Size and Light Requirements

The Hophornbeam is usually a small, slow-growing tree that reaches a height of 20 feet over approximately 30 years’ time. It prefers light shade, but will also thrive in full sun.

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Photo Credits

kew, Eric Hunt, Katja Schulz I, Katja Schulz II, Eli Sagor, Rob Duval

Find Another Tree

All the trees in this guide have been selected by Casey Trees and are well adapted to the soil and conditions present in Washington, DC.

American Hornbeam
Blackhaw Viburnum