American Hophornbeam 40×30

Ostrya virginiana

$144.00

Size	Price	Quantity
2 in B&B	$144.00	American Hophornbeam 40×30 quantity

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Scientific Name: Ostrya virginiana
Common Names: American Hophornbeam, Ironwood, Musclewood, Hardhack, Eastern Hophornbeam, Leverwood
Family: Betulaceae
Mature Size: 30-40 feet tall, with a trunk diameter of 8-20 inches
Growth Rate: Slow-growing, typically reaching 10-15 feet tall over 15 years
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Native Range: Native to eastern North America.

Growth Habit: The American Hophornbeam typically has a rounded crown with a dense, upright growth habit, making it suitable for a variety of landscape applications.
Foliage: The leaves are ovoid-acute, measuring 5-13 cm long, with a doubly serrated margin. They are dark green and provide a lush canopy that turns yellow in the fall.
Flowers: Produces small catkins in early spring, which are characteristic of the tree and provide early-season interest.
Fruit: The tree bears small nutlets (3-5 mm long) that are fully enclosed in a papery sac-shaped involucre. The involucre changes color from greenish-white to dull brown as the fruit matures, providing additional interest.
Bark: The bark is brown to gray-brown with narrow, shaggy plates, contributing to the tree’s visual appeal.

Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade; can thrive in shady locations but does best with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight.
Soil Preferences: Thrives in rich, well-drained soils; tolerates a variety of soil types, including sandy and clay soils. It is resistant to drought but sensitive to flooding and salt.
Watering Needs: Regular watering is important during the establishment phase; once established, it can tolerate moderate drought conditions.
Fertilization: Minimal fertilization is needed; a balanced fertilizer can be applied in early spring to support healthy growth.
Pruning: Minimal pruning is required; prune during the dormant season to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
Winter Care: Hardy in USDA zones 3-9; minimal winter care is required.