European Hornbeam – Carpinus betulus Tree Seeds | 120 Seeds | Hardy Hedge & Privacy Tree | Cold Tolerant | Fall Color Landscape Tree

Plant a classic European landscape favorite with these European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) seeds. This hardy, adaptable deciduous tree is widely used for privacy hedges, windbreaks, allees, bonsai, and formal garden designs. With dense foliage and excellent tolerance to cold, drought, and wind, it’s a dependable choice for large planting projects.

European Hornbeam grows with a pyramidal shape when young, gradually developing into a rounded crown with smooth gray bark and distinctive fluted trunk texture. Its dark green, sharply toothed leaves remain attractive all season before turning beautiful yellow to orange in fall. In early spring, decorative catkins appear before foliage, followed by small nutlets that attract birds.

This 120-seed pack is ideal for hedge rows, privacy screens, reforestation projects, or large landscape installations.

You will receive:
✔️ 120 European Hornbeam seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: European Hornbeam
Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus
Plant Type: Deciduous tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 40–60 feet
Spread: 30–40 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Suitable for bonsai and early container growth

💡 Care Tip:
Seeds require stratification for successful germination. Soak seeds for 24 hours, then warm stratify for 30 days followed by 120 days cold stratification at 40°F in a moist medium. Sow 1/4 inch deep after stratification. Proper pretreatment significantly improves germination rates.