Seasonal calendar · Carpinus betulus

European Hornbeam

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Deep and regular watering; avoid drought stress.

Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer monthly.

Pruning

Maintenance pruning to sustain form.

Wiring

Minor wiring; careful checks necessary.

Defoliation

Partial defoliation possible to reduce leaf size.

Bud Shoot Management

Remove overly vigorous shoots.

Pests Disease

Check for spider mites and aphids.

Summer Protection

Provide partial shade during hottest days.

Wound Management

Seal large wounds quickly.

Development

Manage growth rate.

Display

Optimal period for exhibition.

Paths onward

This speciesEuropean HornbeamBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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