Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' Architectural glossy green leaves and a

glossy green leaves and a dense growth habit

A very attractive

prefers moist fertile loams

The broadly-columnar habit of this tree is most pleasing

Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' Architectural glossy green leaves and aA form of our native hornbeam differing mainly in its tightly ascending branching habit, which lends strong architectural structure to a landscape. The tree also offers an airy spring foliage and rich honey autumn tones, as consistent with the species. As a young tree, 'Fastigiata' is very narrow and columnar, but broadens significantly with age. The species is ideal for clay or chalky soils. Suitable and effective for wide sweeping avenues but not as