Carpinus caroliniana 'Wisconsin Red' (American Hornbeam) Location:GTN F1E A red form that produces

A red form that produces a beautiful cluster of furry buds followed by large wine-red flowers in the spring over the silvery fern-like foliage

which emerge from distinctive shell pink flower buds

wiggly narrow foliage in tones of pale yellow and green

Its serrated narrow leaves remain forest green in colour throughout the season

with large

Carpinus caroliniana 'Wisconsin Red' (American Hornbeam) Location:GTN F1E A red form that producesWisconsin Red Musclewood hornbeam is a relatively uncommon native tree that deserves more attention. It grows in just about any condition: full sun to shade, moist to dry, acidic to alkaline, however, it is native to the forest understory and does prefer a moist, shaded environment. This tough tree tolerates clay soil and black walnuts and is rarely bothered by pests or diseases. Musclewood is so named for its distinctive fluted, smooth grey trunk