ROCKHAMPTON RED is a densely branched cone-shaped, later broadly ovoid tree, reaching a height of about 15 m. In older trees, the branches sag a little. The young leaves are light green, turning dull dark green later in summer. The most striking feature of ROCKHAMPTON RED is its autumn colour. Unlike other C. betulus, its leaves do not turn golden yellow but red. As a result, a completely different effect can be achieved with this hornbeam. For example, hedges with a red autumn colour. But also as avenue tree or solitary in gardens and green spaces, it is a beautiful cultivar with special ornamental value. It has few soil requirements and grows best in humus-rich loamy soils. ROCKHAMPTON RED was found by Geoff and Pattie Locke, Rockhampton, UK, and introduced in 2014. Hardiness zone 5a
Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') is átlagos and can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') turn narancssárga, piros in autumn.
The right time to plant Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
Carpinus betulus ROCKHAMPTON RED ('Lochglow') blooms in április.