Carpinus j. 'Chinese Lanterne' - 200-250 CM C5 WHIP

Description
The Japanese hornbeam 'Chinese Lantern' (Carpinus japonica) is a sprawling garden plant with decorative, greenish-yellow, elongated fruits. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 10 metres and grows to a width of approx. 6 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese hornbeam 'Chinese Lantern' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese hornbeam 'Chinese Lantern' is sprawling in structure. As a rule, it grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Fruit
The greenish-yellow, elongated fruits of Carpinus japonica 'Chinese Lantern' are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Solitary