Hop-hornbeam
Ostrya virginiana
This slow-growing tree has a wider, round canopy, and is highly adaptable to light and soil conditions. It has beautiful yellow foliage in the fall, and nutlets that are enjoyed by songbirds and other mammals. Also called Ironwood.
BLOOM TIME
- April
SUNLIGHT
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Partial Shade
SOIL TYPE
- Well Drained
- Dry
- Moist
HEIGHT
Over 20'
CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED
10-100
WILDLIFE BENEFITED
Caterpillars, Birds, Mammals
Artist: Claire Luce Baldwin
Photo Credit: Arthur Haines