Carpinus caroliniana 'Mexico' - 150-175 CM BR WHIP

Description
The American hornbeam 'Red Fall' also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 8 metres and grows to a width of approx. 5 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive red-orange autumn colouring

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of American hornbeam 'Red Fall' are medium green, ovate, toothed. American hornbeam 'Red Fall' turns bright red-orange in autumn.

Bark
Smooth bark.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The American hornbeam 'Red Fall' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
American hornbeam 'Red Fall' is round in shape. Slow growing. Generally grows 20 - 30 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub