RedCrocus Frans Fontaine European Hornbeam Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine'- Elegant Dense Shrub, Privacy Screen, Garden Accent, Container-Friendly, Pet Safe, Hardy Zones 5-8 2.5-3" cal B&B

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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Frans Fontaine' European Hornbeam Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' - Low Branch Description An elegant deciduous shrub or small tree featuring dense, upright growth with attractive, toothed green foliage. Ideal for creating privacy screens or defining garden boundaries, it offers a refined, sculptural aesthetic and seasonal interest with its vibrant leaves in spring and summer. Suggested Uses Perfect for hedging, privacy screens, foundation planting, or as a standalone specimen in small to medium-sized gardens. Its low branching habit also makes it suitable for container planting on patios and terraces. Plant Details Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' Common Name: Frans Fontaine European Hornbeam Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 ft tall and wide, with a dense, upright habit Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Spring (flowers may be inconspicuous) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Safe for pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Japanese maples, boxwoods, and flowering shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded location. Space appropriately to allow for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during hot, dry periods. Soil Type: Tolerant of various soils but prefers loamy, fertile, and well-drained soils. Humidity: Average humidity levels are suitable. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood. Winter Care: Mulch around the base and protect roots in colder zones if necessary. Planting Depth: Ensure the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Maintain consistent watering to promote healthy growth. Show more