HORNBEAM (Carpinus betulus) Twin Trunked Bonsai with Beautiful Styling

This is the exact Hornbeam bonsai that you will receive!

A beautifully formed and extremely hardy Hornbeam bonsai. The bark of the tree is very unusual. It is smooth, like the Beech, but is patterned with distinctive silver-grey vertical lines. Male catkins appear in spring and the bracts that held the fruit hang on the tree through winter. The fruit develops from the female catkin by August. The fruit is a nut. They are very small  and are difficult to see.
In folklore, the hornbeam is a symbol of strength due to its hard, sturdy wood. It was once believed that tonics made from hornbeam leaves could cure fatigue and exhaustion. The hardness of hornbeam timber, gave it the common name ironwood, as it would blunt saws quickly. Hornbeam encourages us to be confident and to flex our muscles, physically and intellectually. It is time to break free of any self-imposed mind-trap that is preventing us from chasing our dreams. The beautiful Hornbeam is as tough as they come!

We offer free next working day on all bonsai. Alternatively, you can choose your preferred delivery date at the checkout. You have the option to add any gifting extras including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you add the bonsai to the basket. You will also receive a care guide with tips, general variety information and symbolism with each bonsai.

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