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24.07.2024
Hornbeam Origin
The hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a deciduous tree from the birch family. It is mainly found in Europe and grows as a shrub or tree up to 25 m tall. The hornbeam is also known as the European hornbeam, common hornbeam and hornbeam. The hornbeam symbolizes courage, steadfastness and justice. It is also often seen as a symbol of vitality and freshness. The reason for this is its special ability to endure even the most severe mutilation and sprout again.
The leaves of the hornbeam are elongated-lanceolate and arranged alternately. They are shiny green on the upper side and lighter and hairy on the underside. In autumn they turn yellow to orange.
The hornbeam flowers in spring, with the male and female flowers growing on different trees. The male flowers form long, green catkins and the female flowers are smaller and have fewer petals. The fruit of the hornbeam is called a wingnut. The nut is enclosed in a leaf that consists of three wings. The nut draws the nutrients it needs from the leaf until it ripens.
The hornbeam is also very popular as a hedge plant because it is easy to trim and forms a dense, green hedge. It is also well suited as a solitary plant or as a tree in larger parks and gardens.
The hornbeam is hardy and can also be planted in colder climates. It is a valuable source of food for birds and other animals in the garden.
Hornbeam care and location
The hornbeam is an undemanding and adaptable plant. However, it prefers a location with plenty of sunlight and well-drained, humus-rich soil. To support its growth and development, it should be planted in an area with enough space. The hornbeam develops a broad and shallow root system close to the surface. It is therefore vulnerable to storms and other weather conditions that can cause soil displacement.
Pruning hornbeam
To promote the health of the hornbeam and to maintain its shape, occasional pruning is necessary. The best time for pruning is in spring, before the next growing season begins. Excess, diseased or damaged branches can be removed to rejuvenate the crown of the hornbeam and promote growth.
Watering hornbeam
Hornbeams are fast-growing trees and need a lot of water. During dry periods, regular watering is important to keep the soil moist. If the soil becomes too dry, the hornbeam leaves turn yellow and fall off. In this case, the tree should be watered thoroughly. Climate change has a variety of effects on nature and many trees suffer from the hot and dry periods. Depending on the location and the climatic situation, more frequent watering may be necessary than in previous years. When watering with a garden hose, a lot of water is lost through seepage or evaporation before it reaches the roots of the hornbeam.
An efficient option is watering with baumbad Premium watering bagsThe bags have a capacity of 75 to 100 l and two holes in the bottom that release water evenly to the tree over a period of hours and evenly moisten the soil. Drip irrigation allows the hornbeam's roots close to the ground to absorb the water, saving water as it does not seep into the soil unnecessarily. Moisture evaporation is prevented by covering the soil with the irrigation bag. The bag is placed around the tree trunk like a jacket and closed with a zip. The bag is then filled with enough water that after further alignment no wrinkles are visible in the lower area and then allowed to fill.
To provide young hornbeams with enough water, it is sufficient to fill a tree bath watering bag. For existing trees with a larger trunk diameter, several watering bags can be connected to one another using the zippers. A layer of mulch is useful to keep the moisture in the soil and suppress the growth of weeds.
Fertilizing hornbeams
Go to the Fertilize Organic fertilizer such as compost or horn shavings is well suited. The best time to do this is in spring, when the hornbeam awakens from its winter dormancy and the next growth period begins.
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