Carpinus japonica Malus domestica 'James Grieves' The leaves emerge during the

The leaves emerge during the flowering giving light green hints in the sea of white

reaching perhaps to 20 meters at maturity and most recognisable by its deep rose-red (rather than the traditional white) cone-shaped flowers

is a simple yet very attractive tree

turn to green before eventually turning bright oranges and reds in the autumn

It needs a sheltered spot

Carpinus japonica Malus domestica 'James Grieves' The leaves emerge during theIntroduced from Japan in 1879 this tree offers many exciting characteristics. The crown is spreading and graceful with distinctly veined, ovate leaves. These unfold in an attractive burgandy before turning darker green. The bark is also noteworthy. However, the best attraction are the stunning, green and pale brown, hop like catkins. Slow to moderate growth habit. Hardy.