Also called Hop Hornbeam
ZONE:
3
COLOUR:
Green
HEIGHT:
10-12 m
SPREAD:
7-8 m
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Ostrya virginiana - Ironwood
Ostrya virginiana - Ironwood - Photo courtesy of J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.
Ostrya virginiana - Ironwood - Fall Colour - Photo courtesy of J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.
Ostrya virginiana - Ironwood
Also called Hop Hornbeam
ZONE:
3
COLOUR:
Green
HEIGHT:
10-12 m
SPREAD:
7-8 m
A strong, uniform tree without any serious pests or diseases. This tree is ideal for any landscape setting and tolerant of shady areas.
Native to Ontario and parts of North America.
Female catkins are followed by drooping clusters of sac-like seed-bearing pods which, as the common name suggests, somewhat resemble the fruit of hops. The buds and catkins are a critical winter food for ruffed grouse. Larval host for native butterflies such as the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. The nutlets are enjoyed by rabbits, squirrels, wild turkeys, finches, pheasants and more.
