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Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata'
Choose Pyramidal European Hornbeam when you want a formal upright tree for structure, a tall hedge, or an allée; the tradeoff is that it broadens with age and is not a quick shade tree.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Its tight structure gives a strong architectural look, but it is more about form than flowers or fall color. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows at a steady pace, but customers wanting quick canopy cover should choose a faster shade tree. |
| Maintenance | B | As a tree it is manageable, but hedging or formal shaping means regular pruning. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | B | It fits tighter layouts better than many shade trees, but it should not be treated as a narrow column forever. |
| Screening Value | B+ | It can make a strong tall screen or hedge, though it fills in more slowly than many evergreens. |
At PGNE, we’d typically recommend this when the design needs order: driveways, entries, property lines, or formal gardens. Give it room to mature instead of squeezing it into a foundation bed.
| Mature Height | 35 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 25 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-7a |
| Spacing | 20-30 ft |
| Sun | Sun to partial shade |
| Moisture | Prefers moist, well-drained soils |
| Growth Habit | Narrow when young, becoming oval |
Yes, but plan on regular pruning to keep the shape tight.
It starts narrow, then becomes more oval as it matures.
No major mess, but expect normal seasonal leaf cleanup.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-21098
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
