The tree has a dense, columnar habit staying narrower than C. b. ‘Fastigiata’. Foliage is dark green through the growing season, turning brown in autumn -retained on the tree until spring that is useful for winter effect.
Product Description
CARPINUS betulus ‘Lucas’ – Lucas Columnar European Hornbeam
The tree has a dense, columnar habit staying narrower than C. b. ‘Fastigiata’. Foliage is dark green through the growing season, turning brown in autumn -retained on the tree until spring making it useful for winter effect. Useful as a specimen, hedge, or as a street tree. Native to Europe/Asia.
Sun: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Soil: Loam, Chalk, Sand, Clay.
Size: Height 20-30ft. Width 10-12ft.
Zone: 4-8
Flower: Male and Female Catkins
Bloom Time: April/May
Attributes: Upright Columnar, Fall Foliage, Low Maintenance, Narrow Upright Form