Scientific name: Carpinus caroliniana
Family: BETULACEAE
Common names: “American hornbeam” “blue-beech” “ironwood” “musclewood”
Plant Type: Deciduous tree
Conditions:
Zone: 2-9
Light: Full sun – shade
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Slightly acidic soil
Moisture: Moist well drained
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: 25-30′ H & W
Leaf and Stem shape: Serrated, elliptic-oval, dark green leaves
Flower: Insignificant green or white catkin flowers
Pruning: Minimal
Maintenance: Low
Landscape use: Understory tree, lawn tree
Propagate: By seed, cuttings and grafting
Pests & Disease: Nothing serious
Comments: North American native
Vancouver Island Grows 