Species
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Hornbeam Hedge
Carpinus betulus
Hornbeam grown and maintained as a clipped formal hedge; dense twiggy structure that holds coppery dead leaves through winter when sheared.
Sun
full sun to part shade
Water
moderate
Mature size
Maintained at hedge height × Maintained by shearing
Bloom
Inconspicuous catkins in spring.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–8
Care guide
Quick ID
Hornbeam (*Carpinus betulus*) maintained as a clipped formal hedge. Dense twiggy structure; holds tan winter leaves when sheared.
Sun & Site
Full sun to part shade; adaptable, well-drained soil; tolerates clay.
Pruning & Shaping
Shear in summer to keep the formal face; a late-winter trim encourages winter leaf retention. Tolerates hard renovation.