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Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fountaine'

Upright European Hornbeam

Plant photo of: Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fountaine'
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Information by:         Photographer: Tina Olsen Binegar

 

Description

Columnar in youth, more oval or vase shaped with age. Clean-looking tree.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown, Green

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Watering every day results in shallow roots.

Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).