Carpinus betulus Fastigiata - Upright Hornbeam Tree

Carpinus betulus Fastigiata - Upright Hornbeam TreeCarpinus betulus Fastigiata Elegant Upright Hornbeam for sale. Create formal structure and year round impact with Carpinus betulus Fastigiata, the distinguished upright hornbeam renowned for its compact columnar form and elegant branching. Perfect for formal avenues, narrow spaces, and architectural planting where vertical presence matters. Why Choose Fastigiata Hornbeam? Compact columnar form upright branching creates a neat, space saving silhouette

bun-shaped form reaching just 60–90cm in height and spread

wavy-edged leaves are a soft grey-green

Versatile placement - Perfect for containers

Lancashire - Quality fruit trees for UK gardens

Spectacular golden-yellow stems for winter interest

The elegant horizontal branching creates a distinctive layered appearance that becomes more pronounced with age

it doesn't require another tree for pollination

Evergreen structure: Maintains interest throughout winter months

Minimal pruning required — simply remove any dead or crossing branches after flowering

Trained espalier form - perfect for walls and fences

allowing you to maintain the crisp

dark green foliage with distinctive red stems that add subtle warmth to the overall effect