Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fountaine'
Upright European Hornbeam
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:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.