Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Hornbeam

Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Hornbeam in autumn

Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' tree in pot

Mature Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Hornbeams

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Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Tree

Name: Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: CBF.SS.10.2
Price: 85.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Upright Hornbeam

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Final size 6 x 2 metres in 20 years

Foliage Deeply ribbed leaves turn yellow in autumn (deciduous)

Position Full sun to part shade

Soil Moist but well-draining

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Description

Columnar when young, Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' forms a neat, pyramidal shape as it matures. This slender Hornbeam is ideal for both gardens and avenue planting, with its form giving presence without a large footprint. Over 20 years it can reach 6 metres in height and just 2 metres in width.

Deeply ribbed green foliage turns buttery yellow in autumn. Despite being deciduous, the leaves can remain on the tree throughout winter. Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' is a tough tree, tolerating clay, chalky or damp soil. A great choice of compact Hornbeam for the garden.

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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