| Carpinus betulus 'Lucas' |
USDA Zone: 5-8 |
Lucas Columnar Hornbeam is primarily valued in the landscape for its rigidly columnar form. It has forest green deciduous foliage. The textured pointy leaves turn outstanding shades of yellow and in the fall. The smooth gray bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape.
A tightly columnar tree with a strong form; best used in the landscape as an accent, for articulation, an alee tree or sheared as a tall hedge; golden fall foliage turns brown and persists into winter, adding interest; tolerates high pH and heavy soils.
Lucas Columnar Hornbeam is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Shade
- Vertical Accent
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- Windbreaks and Shelterbelts
Fall interest
Winter interest
Low Maintenance
Columnar
Common Name: Hornbeam, European Hornbeam, Coolumnar Hornbeam
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| More About Lucas Hornbeam |
| Height: 30 ft |
Spread: 10 ft |
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Lucas Hornbeam does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. This plant will benefit from an application of bonemeal and/or mycorrhizal fertilizer at the time of planting. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Requires little pruning if growing as a tree but will respond well to harder pruning if grown as a hedge. Best to prune in mid-winter. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
