• Vibrant orange-red autumn leaves
• Suitable for damp conditions
• Grows to large specimen tree
• Size after 10 years : 6m x 4m
Description
The Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' tree was discovered by chance at the Mount Pleasant Tree Nursery in Rockhampton by Geoff Locke over 20 years ago. From late September the leaves transform from green to bright red and orange, lasting until mid-late November when the leaves turn to nut brown, with many of them remaining on the tree until the following spring. With the same growth characteristics as the common Hornbeam, it is a hardy native ornamental tree.
Planting Position
This tree is a highly robust solution for any garden. It will grow well in a wide range of soil types including those that are poor and waterlogged. With its strong branches, it will tolerate exposed and windy conditions and has a naturally strong root system. Prefers to be planted in full sun or partial shade.
Attributes
A fantastic plant that carries all the same Containerentials as the native Hornbeam such as hedging, pleaching, topiary or as a specimen tree. This is a highly versatile option for any garden as it's one of the few medium sized trees that will produce spectacular colour in alkaline soils.
Container options are available here
Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' | Red Hornbeam Tree | Bare Root
Whilst smaller trees are often cheaper, easier to handle and more forgiving in terms of their level of care required, a more mature tree can provide a fantastic instant impact if you are able to care for it over the first few years.
- Standard or Feathered?
Standard trees - have a clear stem up to a minimum of 1.8m and a well-formed head of branches.
Feathered trees - Usually has an upright central leader and side brancehs that emerge down the main stem.
- Which Girth Size Should I Choose?
Our most common sizes we offer are relatively easy to ship and plant. The measurement is the circumference of the trunk at 1m above the roots.
6-8cm girth - 2.50m to 2.75m in height
8-10cm girth - 2.75m to 3.00m in height
- Standard or Feathered?
