Its arching branches carry dense

making it ideal for filling garden borders or adding interest to shaded areas

greed seed pods with a red tint

They prefer to grow in acidic fertile soil that is well-drained

Carpinus betulus Hydrangea serrata 'Preziosa' Its arching branches carry denseThe Carpinus betulus more commonly known as the Hornbeam is often confused with the common Beech with similar shaped leaves, however, Hornbeam leaves are smaller and more deeply grooved than Beech leaves. The Hornbeam is monoecious, meaning that both female and male catkins can be found on the same tree. After pollination, the female catkins progress into delicate, green winged fruits, known as Samaras. Small birds and mammals feed on these Samaras