Carpinus fangiana, Monkey-tail Hornbeam drought-tolerant moist or dry conditions

moist or dry conditions

loamy soils

Single red flowers (from deep crimson to cerise-pink) blooming continuously from spring to frost on new wood

is graced with fragrant lavender-pink blooms which cover the entire shrub in early May

Carpinus fangiana, Monkey-tail Hornbeam drought-tolerant moist or dry conditionsThis rounded tree is truly a remarkable horticultural sight when adorned with the long (sometimes over 10"!) papery lime green catkins. It is a rare plant in the trade having been introduced from China in the 1980's. These trees have fast vertical growth. In order to continue shipping these plants, we trim the top. When new growth emerges, choose a new leader. Mature size: 20 ft T x 10 ft W, can grow up to 60 ft tall in warm humid climates Minimum