Fire Belle Hornbeam is a compact tree that grows at a moderate pace, forming a rounded canopy with dense branches that offer excellent shelter for songbirds and wildlife. This versatile tree tolerates wetter soils and thrives in sandy or clay loams with slightly acidic conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and consistent moisture, where it develops a dense, uniform shape. Well-suited for naturalized areas by streams or ponds and as a standalone specimen, Fire Belle adds vibrant autumn color to your garden landscape.
Details
Botanical Name
Carpinus caroliniana 'Fire Belle'
Common Name
Fire Belle Hornbeam
Hardiness Zone
- 4
Appearance
Max Height
13 feet
Max Spread
13 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Medium Green
Fall Colour
- Red
- Orange
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Mid to Late Spring
Moisture
Average to Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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