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Frans Fontaine' European Hornbeam 2.5-3" cal B&B

Frans Fontaine' European Hornbeam 2.5-3" cal B&B

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Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' - Low Branch Information Page
Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' - Low Branch

Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' - Low Branch

Description

The Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine', commonly known as the 'Frans Fontaine' European Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree known for its narrow, columnar shape. It is an excellent choice for urban environments due to its tolerance of pollution and compact growth habit. The tree features dense, dark green foliage that turns a striking yellow in the fall.

Suggested Uses

This tree is ideal for use as a street tree, in formal gardens, or as a privacy screen. Its narrow form makes it suitable for smaller gardens or tight spaces where a vertical accent is desired.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' - Low Branch
  • Common Name Common Name: Frans Fontaine' European Hornbeam
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 30-40 feet tall, 10-15 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other columnar trees, shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun to partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil but adaptable to a range of soil types.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Regular watering during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.
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