Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' – Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

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Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' – Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

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A slow growing and exceptionally beautiful weeping type of hornbeam that is unjustifiably little used. 'Pendula' is grafted onto a lower trunk of C. betulus. The height of the graft determines the eventual height of this solitary tree. The branches start off by growing straight downwards and later grow more in the width so that a half-rounded parasol shape is formed. The tree will easily reach a breadth of 4 - 5 m. Young twigs are grey: older branches and the trunk are dark grey and remarkably smooth. The leaves are a fresh green colour in the spring. The leaf has a sharply double serrated edge and the leaf top tapers to a point. The whole tree turns colour to golden yellow in the autumn. There are no flowers and therefore no fruit. 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 2025.
Availability
Clear stem (1) Feathered (2) Top grafted (1)
Size
Root ball size
Packaging
Price
Amount
Delivery period
50-60 feathered
Wire rootballed
£ 6.725,00
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
60-70 feathered
∅140-150cm / 1750-2000KG
Wire rootballed
£ 6.942,00
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Root ball size
∅140-150cm / 1750-2000KG
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
Size
Root ball size
Packaging
Price
Amount
Delivery period
50-60 top grafted
Wire rootballed
£ 6.725,00
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
Specifications
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Height
approx. 4 m, depending on the height of the graft
Width
4-5m
Crown
broad weeping, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
bark grey and smooth, twigs grey-brown with short hairs
Leaf
ovoid, bright green, 8 - 10 cm
Autumn colour
yellow
Flowers
none
Fruits
none, fruitless cultivar
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
makes few demands as regards soil, preference for loamy ground
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil, suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5a (-28,8 to -26,1 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
tree containers, roof gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
France, approx. 1850
Clear stem tree feathered tree Multi-stem tree acid soil calcareous soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow suitable for dry soil suitable for wet soil broad weeping 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres dense crown green average growing Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually) Fruitless cultivar Tree for the future
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Frequently asked questions
Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' can eventually reach a height of approx. 4 m, depending on the height of the graft, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of approx. 4 m, depending on the height of the graft, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' turn yellow in autumn.

The right time to plant Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' 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.

Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' blooms in january.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

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For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.