Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj AUG 01 Hardy Ginger and utility in landscaping and

and utility in landscaping and bonsai cultivation

showy clusters of fragrant

making it a constant source of greenery in the garden

I got the plant from a bonsai colleague

CA native tree

Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj AUG 01 Hardy Ginger and utility in landscaping andUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 4a Native Range: Japan. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun to light shade. Height in the Garden: Up to 30' Attributes: Broadleaf, deciduous, small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture. Foliage lanceolate, highly corrugated and beautiful. It turns bright yellow in autumn. Notes: Japanese hornbeam is my favorite all hornbeam species. The foliage is gorgeous, the twigs are