Eastern HophornbeamEastern Hophornbeam is a durable native shade tree prized for its strong wood, attractive hop like seed clusters, and adaptability to difficult growing conditions. With a refined oval canopy, excellent drought tolerance, and resistance to many common tree problems, it is an outstanding choice for naturalized landscapes, street plantings, and residential properties throughout New England. Key Features Native New England shade tree Distinctive hop like

Bright silvery-blue evergreen needles

full look in shade

transition to pink

It forms a dense

Form: Low mounding

can windburn in exposed locations

Long-lived perennial (decades+)

more refined look

Very low maintenance

most perennials

with mature plants around 18 in tall and hardy in zones 4–10

🌿 Compact size — ideal for smaller spaces🌸 Clean white blooms throughout the season❄️ Extremely cold hardy and dependable🔁 Blooms on new wood (reliable every year)🌳 Performs well in part sun to shade