Carpinus tschonoskii (Chonowski's Hornbeam)
Michael's Opinion
An excellent ornamental Hornbeam that that is suitable for park-like landscapes.
Botanical Information
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Carpinus |
| Species | tschonoskii |
| Synonyms | Carpinus fauriei |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Origin | China, Japan and Korea. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 7 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - 7a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-26) - (-12) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-15) - 10 |
| Height | 25 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
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