Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’
$439.99
Carpinus betulus Fastigiata develops from a narrow young tree into a compact oval crown, providing dense architectural form for hedges, screens, and large gardens.
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Description
A narrow young crown broadens into the compact oval form that distinguishes Carpinus betulus Fastigiata. Bright green, ribbed leaves become yellow in fall, giving hedges, screens, and large gardens a clear seasonal change.
Plant this deciduous tree in full sun or partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil. It accepts chalk, clay, loam, or sand and responds well to regular pruning when maintained as a hedge.
Additional information
| Height | 30 ft – 40 ft |
|---|---|
| Spread | 20 ft – 30 ft |
| Flowering months | April, May |
| Synonyms | Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata', Carpinus betulus Pyramidalis, Carpinus betulus var. pyramidalis |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Hazardous | unknown |
| Variegated | unknown |
| Color flower spring | Green, Yellow |
| Aspect | East, South, West, North |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Habit | Columnar upright |
| Moisture | Moist but Well Drained, Well Drained Soil |
| Ph | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Shape | Oval |
| Suggest planting location | Architectural planting, Hedges and screening plants, Cottage and informal gardens, Wildlife friendly gardens |
| Type | Tree |
| Use for | Architectural, Hedge, Screen |
| Years to max height | 20 |
| Drought resistance | moderate |
| Cultivation | Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Maintain even moisture. Prune around midsummer, with an optional second cut before spring growth or in mid-August. |
| Soil | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Local names | Pyramidal European Hornbeam, Upright European Hornbeam |
| Usps | A narrow young crown broadens into a compact oval outline., Regular pruning maintains tall hedges and screens., Full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil support steady growth. |
| Propagation | Propagate by softwood cuttings or grafting. |
| Pests | Caterpillars and aphids may occur. |
| Diseases | Powdery mildew, coral spot, and honey fungus may occur. |
| Pruning | Prune around midsummer, with an optional second cut before spring growth or in mid-August. |
| Watering instructions | Keep the soil moist, but ensure good drainage. |
| Sunlight instructions | Plant in full sun or partial shade. |
| Common Name | Pyramidal European Hornbeam |