The American hornbeam is a native variety that will grow 20-35' tall and wide at maturity. It prefers part to full shade and its rich, green foliage will turn orange and yellow in the fall.
The 'Red Dragon' offers just the right amout of contortion in its branching, maintaining just enough density while not getting too "leggy". Its slightly curled leaves emerge burgundy red in the spring and age to a reddish-purple as the seasons change. It will grow 6-8' tall and 3-5' wide at full maturity.
