Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' - STDS 18-20 CM RB

Description
The Common hornbeam 'Purpurea' (Carpinus betulus) is an upright, roundish, deciduous tree with decorative, egg-shaped, dark green leaves. The dark red shoots are also an interesting sight. In a sunny to shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 12 metres and grows to a width of approx. 5 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Carpinus betulus 'Copijn'.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * dark red shoots * easy to care for * heat-tolerant, wind-resistant, heat-loving, can be planted over

leaves
High foliage ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of Common hornbeam 'Purpurea' are dark green, ovate, alternate, serrated. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size. Dark red shoots. Long lasting.

Bark
Smooth bark.

Spread
Europe to Caucasus.

Frost hardiness
The Common hornbeam 'Purpurea' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, roundish.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from July to August - Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Use
Privacy screen, hedge (pruning), specimen, topiary

Root
Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' is a heartroot.