Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' - STDS 6-8 CM

Description
The dark red shoots are also an interesting sight.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Carpinus betulus 'Copijn'.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * dark red shoots * easy to care for * heat tolerant, wind resistant, thermophilic

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. Long lasting.

Bark
Smooth bark.

Growth habit
Common hornbeam 'Purpurea' is upright and rounded in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Prune back: In the period from July to August - Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Use
Privacy screen, hedge (pruning), solitary, topiary

Root
Carpinus betulus 'Purpurea' is a heartroot.