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Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine'

Frans Fontaine Pyramidal Hornbeam

Retains sleek columnar form into maturity. Long-lived even in tough locations, it matures at 40 to 50 feet tall but spreads only about 20 feet. Summer foliage is a rich green, becoming a golden yellow in autumn.
Height: 30-60 ft
Width: 15-20 ft
Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
Hardiness Zone: 4 TO 8
Item # Crop Image Size Current
Inventory
24061.20 B&B 0
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Plant Characteristics

Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Fall Color
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Pollinators
Plant Habit
• Upright
Light Conditions
• Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Leaf Texture
• Medium
Growth Rate
• Slow
Origin
• Europe

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