Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Hornbeam in summer

Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Hornbeam

Carpinus 'Rockhampton Red' Hornbeam tree in pot

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Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Tree

Name: Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: CBR.SS.12.1
Price: 90.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Final size 10 x 6 metres in 20 years

Foliage Deeply ribbed green leaves turn golden in autumn (deciduous)

Eco benefits High carbon storage, wildlife haven

Soil Moist but well-draining

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Description

Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' is arguably the best Hornbeam for autumn colour. The green, deeply ribbed foliage turns stunning shades of red and orange in the autumn, whereas most Hornbeams turn yellow. Although deciduous, some leaves often remain on the tree through winter. Further interest is provided by green catkins in late spring and clusters of winged fruit later in the year.

This tough Hornbeam tree is tolerant of most soil types including chalk and can cope admirably in exposed locations. Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' has won several awards since its discovery on a nursery in Gloucestershire.

AKA European Hornbeam

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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