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- Hardiness
- Hardy to zone 4
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Sizes we grow
Container grown (CG)
- #15
- #25
- 1.25 in caliper
- 1.75 in caliper
- 5 to 6 ft tall
B&B in pot (BBP), by caliper or height
- 1.5 in caliper
- 1.75 in caliper
About this plant
Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata,' commonly known as Upright European Hornbeam, is a stately deciduous tree prized for its elegant, columnar form that matures into a more rounded shape with age. This refined landscape tree features dense, dark green foliage that turns vibrant yellow in fall, providing seasonal interest. It is ideal for formal gardens or as a street tree due to its adaptability and tolerance for urban environments. Its symmetrical growth habit makes it a popular choice for hedging or screens.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Medium
- Mature size (HxW): 35-50' x 20-30'
- Habit: Upright, columnar
- Bloom/interest: Fall foliage color; structured silhouette
- Hardiness zone: 5-8
- Soil tolerance: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates a variety of conditions
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate