Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris'
Mature Height: 30–40'
Mature Width: 8–10'
Recommended Spacing: 8–10'
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (12–18" per year)
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preferences: Well-drained, fertile soil
Overview
European Columnar Hornbeam is a narrow, upright tree with dense foliage, making it perfect for formal hedges, privacy screens, and narrow spaces. Its leaves turn golden yellow in fall.
Best Uses
• Privacy screens
• Street tree
• Formal or narrow landscapes
Tips for Success
• Water during establishment
• Mulch to conserve soil moisture
• Minimal pruning needed