Carpinus betulus ‘Rockhampton Red’, the Red Hornbeam, is a stunning cultivar of the native Hornbeam, grown for its brilliant red and orange autumn colour and its dense, rounded canopy. Combining strong seasonal colour with the toughness and reliability of Hornbeam, this tree thrives in clay soils, exposed sites, urban pollution, and challenging planting conditions. Suitable for feature planting, avenues, boundaries, and wildlife-friendly landscapes, it offers a bold, warm display that stands out beautifully each autumn.
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Key Features
Striking Red Autumn Colour – A standout Hornbeam cultivar with vivid red and orange foliage.
Dense, Rounded Canopy – Provides shade, structure, and a strong architectural form.
Hardy & Reliable – Performs exceptionally well in exposed, windy, or urban sites.
Excellent for Boundaries & Avenues – Holds shape well and creates uniform lines.
Low Maintenance – Naturally neat structure requiring minimal pruning.
Wildlife Friendly – Offers shelter, nesting sites, and supports insects.
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Beautiful specimen of Rockingham Red large enough to make an impact. Orange,reds and yellow leaves intact so well packaged. Waiting for gales to stop before planting. Many thanks Bowhayes. Very pleased with my purchase.
I needed a tree that will take some of the water out of my poorly draining new build garden. This tree is huge about 8 foot tall and looks great. Looking forward to red leaves in winter!