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Genus: Carpinus

Species: betulus 'Fastigiata'

Common Name: European Hornbeam

Family: Betulacea

Order: Fagales

Native: Europe to Iran

Habit: Tree

Height: 20 to 30 feet

Width: 5 to 10 feet

Flowering Season: Spring

Flower Color: Green (female), Yellow (male)

Propagation: Seed or stem cuttings

Zone: 5-8

Note: This tree is suitable for hedges, screens, streets, garden enterances and lawns. Male and female flowering catkins appear before the leaves emerge. Plant has attractive yellow-orange foliage in autumn. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well drained, ordinary garden soil.