Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' ~ Upright European Hornbeam Size:2.5" CALIPER Pest issues include aphids

Pest issues include aphids

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The large acorns have mossy bur cups that extend halfway down the nut

The foliage emerges light blue

IMAGE: AfroBrazilian: Aleksandrs Balodis

Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' ~ Upright European Hornbeam Size:2.5" CALIPER Pest issues include aphidsThe Upright European Hornbeam, also known as Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata', is a deciduous tree that is native to Europe. It is characterized by its upright, columnar growth habit, which makes it a popular choice for formal hedges, screens, or as a specimen tree in landscaping. The Upright European Hornbeam has dense foliage with serrated, dark green leaves that turn yellow in the fall. It produces inconspicuous flowers in the spring, followed by