Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Malus dom. 'James Grieve' Tolerant of clay but dislikes

Tolerant of clay but dislikes alkaline or chalky soils

and preserves

Foliage fades to green with pale margins in summer

spreading crown bearing bright-green

A more upright form of the Silver Maple which quickly grows to form a substantial shade tree with lush airy foliage

Carpinus betulus 'Rockhampton Red' Malus dom. 'James Grieve' Tolerant of clay but dislikesThis is one of the best hornbeams for autumn colour. Whilst sharing all the fantastic traits of the species, instead of the characteristic golden yellow, the leaves turn an impressive fiery red and orange in autumn. Green catkins in spring followed by clusters of winged fruit in summer. Tolerates exposure. Great on all well drained soils. H7