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Description
Carpinus Betulus Fastigiata, commonly known as the Upright European Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Betulaceae family. It is a cultivar of the European Hornbeam and is native to Europe and western Asia. The tree is a popular choice for landscaping because of its fastigiate growth habit, which means it has a narrow, columnar shape that makes it ideal for hedges and screens. It can grow up to 30 feet tall and 20 feet wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Carpinus |
Appearance
The Upright European Hornbeam has a narrow, columnar shape and grows up to 30 feet tall and 20 feet wide. The tree has a smooth, gray bark that becomes fissured as it ages. The leaves are dark green, ovate, and have serrated edges. In the fall, the leaves turn yellow and then orange-brown. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers in the spring that develop into small, winged nutlets in the fall.
Care Guide
Water: The Upright European Hornbeam prefers well-draining soil and should be watered deeply once a week. Fertilization: Fertilize the tree in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Soil: The tree prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. Sunlight: The Upright European Hornbeam prefers full sun to partial shade. Hardiness Zones: The tree is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Upright European Hornbeam is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.
Habitat
The Upright European Hornbeam is native to Europe and western Asia and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and hedgerows.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I fertilize my Upright European Hornbeam?
A: Fertilize the tree once a year in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer.Q: Can the Upright European Hornbeam be grown in containers?
A: Yes, the tree can be grown in containers, but it will require more frequent watering and fertilization.Q: How do I prune my Upright European Hornbeam?
A: Prune the tree in the winter while it is dormant to shape it or remove any dead or diseased branches.Q: Is the Upright European Hornbeam deer-resistant?
A: Yes, the tree is deer-resistant.
Related Plants
- Carpinus betulus
- Carpinus caroliniana
- Carpinus japonica
References
- “Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c610. Accessed 28 July 2021.
- “Carpinus betulus fastigiata.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/1006/upright-european-hornbeam/. Accessed 28 July 2021.
