Carpinus (Hornbeam) caroliniana (Blue Beech)

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Also known as American Hornbeam, Water Beech, Musclewood or Ironwood. A good tree for naturalized areas. Will grow in heavy shade. Wide, spreading, flat or round top. Does well in moist to wet soils. Native tree. Good street tree. Very hard wood.

• Height: 15'-20'
• Spread: 15'-20'
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• Fruit/Flower: nutlett / catkins
• Fruit Size: .5"-1.5"
• Bloom: spring
• Flower Color: Red & Green
• Foliage Color: Green
• Fall Color: Orange-Red