A large bush-like form gives way to a decorative tree with a fine vase-shaped manner of growth that later becomes broader. Its manner of growth resembles that of C. betulus, but there is a clear difference in that the bark of C. japonica is light grey-brown and flakes off in small scales. The leaves are relatively small and tinted reddish when they first appear. The leaf has a sharply double serrated edge and the leaf top tapers to a point. The underside of the leaf is slightly hairy. The nutlets are in short squat clusters. Because there are no separate bracts the clusters look like hops and are thus very decorative. They grow to a length of approx. 6 cm. The autumn colour is golden yellow. Root growth is relatively close to the surface. The rotted leaves are good soil improvers.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
Carpinus japonica can eventually reach a height of 8 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Carpinus japonica is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 8 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Carpinus japonica turn yellow in autumn.
The right time to plant Carpinus japonica is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Carpinus japonica with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.