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red-blushed fruits which last well into winter
An unusual form of upright habit
Flowering group 4
columnar shape
As spring approaches the buds' protective furry coat cracks open to reveal a lovely deep reddish-purple bud which later opens to red-purple and pink within
Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' Architectural red-blushed fruits which last wellA form of our native hornbeam differing mainly in its tightly ascending branching habit, which lends strong architectural structure to a landscape. The tree also offers an airy spring foliage and rich honey autumn tones, as consistent with the species. As a young tree, 'Fastigiata' is very narrow and columnar, but broadens significantly with age. The species is ideal for clay or chalky soils. Suitable and effective for wide sweeping avenues but not as