Carpinus laxiflora, Loose Flower Hornbeam Bonsai It makes a fantastic landscape

It makes a fantastic landscape tree and is also good for use in bonsai

short tree with fast taper

It's good for places that are too cold for Acer palmatum

with the occasional sport

commonly known as the Deer Fern

Carpinus laxiflora, Loose Flower Hornbeam Bonsai It makes a fantastic landscapeUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5 Native Range: Japan, Korea. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun to light shade. Height in the Garden: Up to 45' Attributes: Broadleaf, deciduous, small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture. Foliage is small and delicate. Twigs are slim and flexible. Bark is light, gray brown. A wonderfulspecies for bonsai not often seen in the U. S. Notes: One of my favorite species for