Native Tree Carpinus caroliniana Hornbeam - American, #3

Nice small to medium size native tree that prefers shade. Another common name is Musclewood since it will develop muscle-like fluting as it matures. Grows to 20-35' Tall

European hornbeams are often used as hedges or pruned to specific forms. If allowed to grow naturally it will grow to 30-40' tall and 20-30 feet wide.