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Lucas Hornbeam
Carpinus betulus 'Lucas'
Hornbeam
In stock · from $310.99
More compact than Fastigiata. No appreciable fall color but leaves stay on the tree through winter. Summer leaf burn is common in extreme temperatures so this tree will benefit from some shade or dense plantings.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-08.
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Quick answers
How big does Lucas Hornbeam get?
About 30' tall and 10-12' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Lucas Hornbeam need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Lucas Hornbeam need?
Moderate water use.
Will Lucas Hornbeam grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Lucas Hornbeam in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $310.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Lucas Hornbeam wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.