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Hophornbeam

Ostrya virginiana, Betulaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Shade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Miracle FruitSynsepalum dulcificum
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Soft Tree FernDicksonia antarctica
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Japanese StewartiaStewartia pseudocamellia
Wind ProtectionShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Fringe TreeChionanthus virginicus

Both native understory trees compete for light and space in forest environments

Uses

Functions

Timber

Common Questions

What zones does Hophornbeam grow in?

Hophornbeam grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Hophornbeam?

Good companions for Hophornbeam include Miracle Fruit, Soft Tree Fern, Japanese Stewartia.

Design guilds with Hophornbeam and see companion relationships visually.

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