Ostraya virginiana #3
Ostraya virginiana #3
American Hop Hornbeam
Excellent native tree
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NATIVE- Upright, pyramidal to rounded, native deciduous tree. Blooms in early spring with attractive catkins followed in late summer by hop like fruits. Foliage is dark green changing to a dull yellow in the early fall. Slow to re-establish after transplanting.
Botanical Name- Ostraya virginiana
Pronunciation- <-- (Likely meant "Ostrya virginiana
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 20 ft
Mature Height- 25 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, organic soil; but tolerant of dry soils
Current Size- #3
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Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, wind-pollinated but provides shelter for insects
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C40
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune dead or crossing branches in winter; water deeply when young and mulch well.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the root zone for healthier growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Canker diseases, leaf spot
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