One such species that grows into a small tree is the American hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana). This shapely deciduous tree is native to the eastern U.S. states and can be successfully grown in ...

Hornbeams are visually pleasing deciduous trees of the birch family, Betulaceae. When mature, the trees boast vast canopies that comprise thick, dark green foliage, with oval-shaped leaves that ...

Also known as American hornbeam, blue beech, musclewood, ironwood and water beech, it is one that is often overlooked, but it is an interesting and beautiful understory tree that deserves ...

The buckeye nuts found in their pockets have long served as good luck charms. Native plant: American hornbeam offers shelter to butterflies, food for various animals As a landscape tree ...