Botanical name
Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’
Other names
Hornbeam ‘Fastigiata’
Genus
Carpinus
Variety or Cultivar
‘Fastigiata’ _ ‘Fastigiata’ is a medium-sized, upright tree with mid-green leaves turning yellow in autumn. It bears long green catkins in spring.
Foliage
Deciduous
Tree shape
Ascending branches, Broadly conical
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
COLOUR
Flower
Insignificant or absent, Green in Spring
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Yellow in Autumn
HOW TO CARE
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars
Specific diseases
Coral spot , Powdery mildew
General care
Propagation methods
Grafting, Softwood cuttings
WHERE TO GROW
Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’ (Hornbeam ‘Fastigiata’) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 30 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Low Maintenance, Foliage only
Cultivation
Plant in any soil. Prefers a sunny position. Ensure space to grow to full size.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
