Hornbeam

Soils

Tolerant of most soil types. Moderately dry to moist and will cope with short periods of flooding.

Location

Cool to warm locations, tolerates heat if the soil is moist.

Annual Growth Rate

Fast 40-50cm growth rate per annum

pH TOLERANCE

Hornbeam will tolerate slightly acid through to slightly alkaline soil pH

Root Structure

Very adaptable to different soil conditions. Hornbeam has a deep cordate root system with a high proportion of fibrous roots in the topsoil layer.

Potential

Due to its ability to regrow from pruning/trimming, hornbeam hedges can be shaped easily and even made into topiary shapes.

Annual Trimming

Always make a final trim of hornbeam instant hedge in September which will help leaf retention during the winter, just like copper beech.

Characteristics

Hornbeam hedges are horse friendly and can therefore be used in paddocks for the containment of livestock.

A treasured, classic, British native hedge that has been popular for hedge planting in historic gardens throughout the UK. Hornbeam hedges are fast-growing, hardy, undemanding and adaptable to almost any soil type and location, inland or coastal.

Have a demanding situation for a hedge plant? look no further than hornbeam, an attractive formal hedge that can cope with almost any demanding situation. Hornbeam hedges excel in moist, heavy clay soils and can be situated in sun or shade locations.

Leaves are deciduous and can, like beech leaves, remain on the hedge through the winter months. Autumn leaf colour is yellow-orange.