This medium-sized tree with a densely branched, oval crown grows to a height of about 6-8 m. The species C. caroliniana is somewhat variable in shape. Low, wide trees occur, but also well upright growing clones. 'Sentinel Dries' fulfils the need for a tree-shaped cultivar with an oval crown. The tree does grow somewhat erratically, giving it a more informal character. The young leaves are slightly reddish-tinged, while the summer leaves are dark green. In autumn, the leaves turn a beautiful orange-red.
'Sentinel Dries' has few soil requirements and grows best in humus-rich loamy soil. Temporarily tolerates a lot of moisture. Was marketed by Tree Nursery Pavia, Deerlijk, Belgium. Hardiness zone 4
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
all
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem treeclay soilloamy soilpeaty soilsandy soiltolerates partial pavingresistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)suitable for wet soilcan withstand windoval2nd size, between 6 and 12 metresdense crowngreengreenAprilaverage growingConspicuous bloomAttractive autumn colournon-toxic (usually)Capricious growing
Frequently asked questions
Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries'
Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' turn orange, red in autumn.
The right time to plant Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
Carpinus caroliniana 'Sentinel Dries' blooms in april.