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Eastern Hop Hornbean

Ostrya Virginiana

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Overview

Eastern Hop Hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana), a durable native understory tree, grows 20-40 ft. tall with a slender, rounded crown. This deciduous species boasts fine-textured leaves that turn attractive yellow in fall. Recognizable for its shaggy bark and hop-like fruit clusters, it thrives in well-drained soils under full sun to part shade. Its dense wood and resistance to disease make it ideal for urban plantings and natural landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 2–7Climate Temperate
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Eastern Hop Hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana), a durable native understory tree, grows 20-40 ft
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — tall with a slender, rounded crownEastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Eastern Hop Hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana), a durable native understory tree, grows 20-40 ftEastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — This deciduous species boasts fine-textured leaves that turn attractive yellow in fallEastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — it thrives in well-drained soils under full sun to part shadeEastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Its dense wood and resistance to disease make it ideal for urban plantings and natural landscapesEastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — is a deciduous tree native to North America that offers year-round interest for any garden or landscape design+58

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Recognizable for its shaggy bark and hop-like fruit clusters
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — tall with a slender, rounded crown
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Eastern Hop Hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana), a durable native understory tree, grows 20-40 ft
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — This deciduous species boasts fine-textured leaves that turn attractive yellow in fall
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — it thrives in well-drained soils under full sun to part shade
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Its dense wood and resistance to disease make it ideal for urban plantings and natural landscapes
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — is a deciduous tree native to North America that offers year-round interest for any garden or landscape design
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — finely textured foliage that is medium to dark green in color
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Mature specimens typically reach heights between 25 and 40 feet
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Its leaves are oblong in shape
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — the Eastern Hop Hornbeam has an attractive
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — providing textural interest throughout the year.<br><br>The tree's name comes from its fruit
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — measuring 2 to 5 inches long
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — and they turn a stunning yellow to orange color in the fall
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — the flaky bark presents a shaggy appearance
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — which resembles the hops used in beer production
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — though it is adaptable to various soil types
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — Ostrya virginiana thrives in well-drained soil
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — The clusters hang decoratively from the branches in late summer and persist well into the winter
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — the Eastern Hop Hornbeam is a durable and aesthetically pleasing addition to any garden
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — making it a low-maintenance option for landscape designs seeking a mix of beauty and resilience
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — including those that are rocky or clay-heavy
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — It prefers full sun to partial shade and is known for its drought resistance once established
Eastern Hop Hornbean (Ostrya Virginiana) — With its moderate growth rate and few serious pest or disease issues

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