Scientific Name: Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’
Common Name:
European Hornbeam
Life Cycle: Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Physical Characteristics:
Form: Columnar
Height: 30-40 ft.
Spread: 15-20 ft.
Growth Rate: Slow
Resistance/ Tolerance:
Ornamental Characteristics:
Texture: Medium
Flowers: Non-descript green or yellow flowers depending on gender, that lead to catkins and showy nutlet fruits on female trees.
Bark: Smooth gray bark that is fluted.
Foliage: Deciduous ovate green leaves are lightly serrated and ribbed.
Objectionable Features: No real issues, pests, or significantlitter
Habitat Requirements:
Soil Preferences: Tree can handle a wide variety of soil textures including clay, as well as a large range of pH. Tolerant to alkaline soils.
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Requirements: Moderate, and as is suggested for most trees, deep infrequent waterings are best.
Maintenance Characteristics:
Low maintenance tree, can be hard-pruned for a hedge look or regularly pruned in tree form.
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