Overview
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii is a columnar upright trees in the genus Carpinus, part of the Betulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii, known as Turczaninow hornbeam, is a deciduous tree with a columnar upright habit. It belongs to the genus Carpinus, which includes shrubs and trees valued for their attractive leaves and clusters of hop-like fruits in late summer and autumn. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types and pH levels, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and suits architectural, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens.
About the genus
Hornbeams are hardwood trees in the plant genus Carpinus in the family Betulaceae. Its species occur across much of the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Wikipedia contributors, "Hornbeam", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Hornbeam
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Carpinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained, Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring and early summer or grafting
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to caterpillars and aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews, coral spot and sometimes honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii?
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii need?
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained to well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii hardy in the UK?
Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Carpinus turczaninowii var. turczaninowii?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring and early summer or grafting.
