American hophornbeam
Ostrya virginiana
A small to medium deciduous tree native to eastern North America, featuring delicate catkins in spring and distinctive papery seed pods in fall. It tolerates poor soil and shade, making it suitable for difficult garden locations.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation