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Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ / Upright Hornbeam

trees

Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ / Upright Hornbeam

by Arundel Arboretum on Sep 21, 2022
Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ is a form of Hornbeam that has fantastic presence in any landscape, staying tall and narrow for 20-30 years before slowly widening. It can be kept in shape with regular clipping. It has small deep green leaves turning orange-yellow in the autumn. Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ will grow in full sun or partial shade in either a sheltered or exposed position.