Carpinus c Firespire #10
Carpinus c Firespire #10
Firespire™ American Hornbean
Great fall color
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$13999
$139.99
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An upright form with outstanding orange-red fall color. It is quite similar in scale and form to Cornus mas Golden Glory. An excellent choice for a screening plant due to its slow growth rate, slender form, and adaptability to sun and shade. Bird friendly.
Botanical Name- Carpinus caroliniana 'J.N. Spire Upright'
Pronunciation- kar-PY-nus kair-oh-lin-ee-AY-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 10 ft
Mature Height- 20 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to shade
Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil, but very tolerant once established
Current Size- #10
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Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, shelter for small fauna
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C/BR
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to maintain shape in late winter; water regularly when young and mulch to conserve moisture.
Trimming Instructions- Light pruning in late winter or summer to maintain shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Amend clay soil around the root zone for better aeration.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Canker diseases, leaf miners
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