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Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata'

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Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zones 3–8

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Common nameHornbeam 'Fastigiata'
FamilyBetulaceae
TypeTREE
Botanical nameCarpinus betulus 'Fastigiata'

Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ is an ornamental hornbeam with a narrow, columnar habit, ideal for structuring avenues, screens, or urban spaces where ground space is limited. Its vertical and slender silhouette lends an elegant architectural presence to flowerbeds, residential gardens, or formal alignments. Its rich green foliage provides a structured backdrop from spring to autumn, before transitioning to warm yellow hues at the end of the season, offering year-round visual dynamism. Very hardy and tolerant, this hornbeam prefers a sunny to partial shade exposure and fertile, moist, well-drained soil, where it thrives without particular demands, combining verticality, elegance, and ease of maintenance.

Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata'

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Watering

Moderate to regular

Soil type

Fertile, moist and well-drained

Fertilization

Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

40 ft (12 m)

Width / spread

20 ft (6 m)

Flower color

Subtle green (kittens, spring)

Foliage color

Green ? warm yellow (autumn)

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom period

Spring

Fruiting

Achenes (non-ornamental main)

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes