Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' - 12-15 CM C3

Description
The Common hornbeam 'Columnaris Nana' also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is dark grey and smooth. In a sunny to shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.4 metres and grows to a width of approx. 1.2 metres.

Bulletpoints
* attractive orange-yellow autumn colouring * easy to care for * heat-tolerant, wind-resistant, thermophilic

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Common hornbeam 'Columnaris Nana' are medium green, ovate, alternate, serrated. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size. Common hornbeam 'Columnaris Nana' is bright orange-yellow in autumn. Long lasting.

Bark
Dark grey, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Europe to Caucasus.

Frost hardiness
The Common hornbeam 'Columnaris Nana' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Common hornbeam 'Columnaris Nana' is an upright, rounded and columnar growing tree. It usually reaches a height of 1.8 - 2.4 m and is approx. 0.9 - 1.2 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from July to August - Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Use
Privacy screen, hedge (pruning), specimen, topiary

Root
Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' is a heartroot.