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Carpinus betulus Pendula

Common Name: Vienna Weeping Hornbeam

A striking ornamental selection of European hornbeam with gracefully arching to pendulous branches that create a dramatic, sculptural silhouette. Bright green, pleated leaves emerge in spring, remain dense through summer, and turn yellow to amber-brown in fall, often persisting into winter. Smooth gray bark and a flowing habit give strong year-round presence.

Plant Characteristics

Type: Deciduous tree (often grafted)

Form: Weeping, arching canopy

Mature Width: 20–30 ft

Mature Height: 25–40 ft (dependent on training and graft height)

Flower Color: Inconspicuous yellow-green catkins

Foliage Color: Bright green; yellow to amber fall color

Growing Conditions

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Adaptable; prefers fertile, well-drained soils, tolerates clay

Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Maintenance: Low to moderate; training and selective pruning may be needed when young

Landscape Uses
Specimen tree, focal point, lawns, parks, and larger gardens where its dramatic weeping form can be fully appreciated.

Care Tips

Train a strong leader when young to set height

Prune in late winter to shape or remove crossing branches

Performs well in urban environments

Plant Type:	Deciduous Tree
Width:	20-30'
Height:	25-40'
Fragrant:	Not verified
Fruit:	Not verified
Growth Rate	Moderate
Zone:	4–8
Deer Resistant:	Not verified
Salt Tolerant:	Not verified
Drought Tolerant:	Yes
Exposure:	Full sun to part shade
Bark Type:	Smooth
Landscape/Use:	Specimen, Accent Plant
Shape:	Pendulous
Soil Type	Clay, Loamy well-drained, Moist well-drained
Leaf Color:	Green
Fall Color:	Yellow