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Carpinus caroliniana 'Fire King'

Musclewood

$299.00
Availability:
Ordering plants has concluded for the season. The selection on our website is what is overwintered at the nursery. Our Spring 2025 plant catalog will be available later this winter.

Selected for its hardiness and durability, this cultivar of our native musclewood is a rapid grower that develops a dense rounded crown. Fiery orange red fall color is consistent. Musclewood is a host tree for the eastern tiger swallowtail, as well as many other butterfly species. 

Secondary Name:
Musclewood
Plant Type:
Deciduous Trees
Hardiness Zone:
ZONE 3
Native:
Vermont
Sun Exposure:
SUN/PT SHADE
Ultimate Plant Height:
HT 25-30'
Ultimate Spread:
SP 20'
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