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.