Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj JUL 03 Unusual Conifer pale yellow to creamy white

pale yellow to creamy white flowers in loose spikes during late summer to early fall

and Taiwan

though this species is generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant

cracked bark very quickly

Attributes: Dawn Redwood is a fast growing

Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj JUL 03 Unusual Conifer pale yellow to creamy whiteUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 4a Native Range: Japan. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun to light shade. Height in the Garden: Up to 30' Attributes: Broadleaf, deciduous, small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture. Foliage lanceolate, highly corrugated and beautiful. It turns bright yellow in autumn. Notes: Japanese hornbeam is my favorite all hornbeam species. The foliage is gorgeous, the twigs are