Carpinus caroliniana ~ American Hornbeam, Musclewood, Blue Beech Size:2.0" CALIPER Poltava Botanical garden (42)

Poltava Botanical garden (42)

The fragrant white flowers resemble butterflies and bloom in late summer into fall

Hydrangea macrophylla Blushing Bride 4zz

‘Baby Gem’ Boxwood

and leafhoppers

Carpinus caroliniana ~ American Hornbeam, Musclewood, Blue Beech Size:2.0" CALIPER Poltava Botanical garden (42)The American Hornbeam, also known as Carpinus caroliniana, is a native tree species in North America. The American Hornbeam is a small to medium sized tree that typically reaches heights of 20 to 35 feet (6 to 11 meters). It has a rounded canopy and attractive, textured bark that resembles muscle tissue, giving it the nickname "musclewood." The leaves are green in the summer and turn shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. This tree is known