Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj W15 Contorted Fuji Cherry Height in the Garden: 6–10

Height in the Garden: 6–10 ft (occasionally taller with age)

The bark can become corky with time

This tree needs leader selection and cut back

It's good for places that are too cold for Acer palmatum

but I have seen them as such in Japan

Carpinus japonica, Japanese Hornbeam, Cj W15 Contorted Fuji Cherry Height in the Garden: 6–10USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 4a Native Range: Japan. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun to light shade. Height in the Garden: Up to 30' Attributes: Broadleaf, deciduous, small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture. Foliage lanceolate, highly corrugated and beautiful. It turns bright yellow in autumn. Notes: Japanese hornbeam is my favorite all hornbeam species. The foliage is gorgeous, the twigs are