Carpinus caroliniana ~ American Hornbeam, Musclewood, Blue Beech disease-resistant One of the best rose

One of the best rose climbers to use on walls or other structures

The Autumn Blaze Freeman Red Maple is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions but thrives best in well-drained

COMPANION PLANTS:  Leopard Plant

Magnolia virginiana is a host plant for the Tiger

Aphids are occasional problems

Carpinus caroliniana ~ American Hornbeam, Musclewood, Blue Beech disease-resistant One of the best roseThe 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