Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' Plants Loved by wildlife

Loved by wildlife

unfold in April to May followed by light-green leaves turning yellow

This impressively fast growing male clone

light blue flowers unfolding in upright panicles in late spring

A deeply rooted species which is fairly well behaved in gardens

Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' Plants Loved by wildlifeAn excellent cultivar, smaller and slower growing than the species with a handsome, broadly oval habit and gorgeous reddish purple spring growth. In summer and autumn, the foliage matures to match that of the common hornbeam although it does retain purple hints along the leaf veins. Can handle periods of drought and is suitable for paving. H7