Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine'
Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' is a narrow, upright form of hornbeam with a strong columnar habit, making it ideal for avenues, screening, or gardens where space is limited. Its neat structure and dense branching provide year-round architectural interest.
Fresh green foliage emerges in spring, turning rich golden-yellow in autumn before many of the leaves persist into winter, adding seasonal texture and privacy. Hardy and easy to grow, this elegant tree tolerates pruning well and performs reliably in a wide range of soil types.
- Narrow upright habit perfect for smaller spaces
- Fresh green foliage with golden autumn colour
- Retains some foliage through winter for added screening
- Excellent for avenues, pleaching, or formal planting
- Tolerant of pruning and shaping
- Easy to grow in most soils
- Height 10m - Spread 3m
Hornbeam
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EAN code5038838007743
- Brand
- Pot Size12L
- AspectNorth-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Foliage ColourGreen, Yellow
- Foliage TypeDeciduous
- Garden StyleArchitectural, Cottage & Informal Garden, Woodland Garden
- Hardiness (RHS rating)H7 colder than -20ºC. Very hardy
- Height12m+
- Spread800cm
- MoistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
- pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Plant HabitBushy
- Plant TypeTree
- Season of InterestSpring, Summer, Autumn
- Soil TypeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Special AttributesAutumn Foliage Colour, Low Maintenance
- SunlightFull Sun, Partial Shade
This product is only available for local delivery to the postcodes below via our own delivery service. We will contact you to arrange delivery, which will be within 7 days of your order being placed.
£15.00 – NE3, NE5, NE13, NE20
£20.00 – NE2, NE4, NE7, NE12, NE15
£30.00 – NE1, NE6, NE8, NE18, NE21-24, NE27, NE28, NE40-42
£35.00 – NE9-NE11, NE16-17, NE19, NE25-26, NE29-30, NE37-39, NE43-46, NE61-64
£45.00 – NE31-36, NE47, NE49, NE65 0, NE65 9, DH1-9, SR1-7
£60.00 – NE48 4, NE66 1, NE66 2, NE66 9
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