Native Flame American Hornbeam Common Name: Native Flame American Hornbeam Botanical Name: Carpinus caroliniana ‘JFS-KW6’ Native Flame American Hornbeam Plant family: Betulaceae Location: North Forest Trail Growing zone: 3-9 Height: 30′ Spread: 20′ Bloom time: February Bloom description: Insignificant flower clusters. Females have white blooms while males have subtle green blooms. Leaf type: Dark green, oblong leaves have attractive serrated edges. Deep venation adds texture. Garden uses: When fully matured, ‘Native Flame’ is a wonderful shade tree. Hornbeams, also known as Ironwoods, are famously known for their muscling or the sinewy appearance of the trunk, and ‘Native Flame’ is no exception. With such an interesting texture, hornbeams make fascinating specimen plantings. Wildlife benefits: Perfect shelter tree for birds and other small animals.
