.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; margin-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; } Columnaris Nana' European Hornbeam Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' - Single Stem Description A compact, slow-growing deciduous shrub featuring lush, silver-green foliage that creates a refined, tidy appearance in gardens. Its small, attractive leaves turn a lovely golden hue in fall, adding seasonal interest. Perfect for smaller landscapes and formal garden designs. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, border accent plants, foundation plantings, and small-scale landscaping projects. Its elegant form enhances formal gardens and patio container arrangements. Plant Details Botanical Name: Columnaris Nana' European Hornbeam Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' Common Name: Columnaris Nana' European Hornbeam Size & Growth: Up to 4 feet tall and wide at maturity; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer (if flowering occurs) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Possible visitations from bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor cultivation Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper care Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, ferns, and ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny to partly shaded spot; ensure well-drained soil. Water regularly during first year. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging Soil Type: Adaptable but prefers fertile, well-drained soils Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain shape Winter Care: Apply mulch around the base in colder zones; minimal protection needed Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot; ensure root flare above soil line Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Mulch to conserve moisture; monitor for pests as needed