Columnar Hornbeam 'Columaris Nana'
- Scientific Name: Carpinus betulus 'Columaris Nana'
- Garden: Dog Friendly Garden
- Plant Type: Tree
- Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
- Sun/Shade Exposure: Part Sun to Part Shade
- Moisture Requirements: Moist, well-drained
Plant Information
'Columnaris Nana' is a dwarf, slow-growing, conical to columnar tree with dense foliage that turns golden yellow in fall. Its catkins mature into attractive hop-like fruits. ‘Columnaris Nana’ grows 6 to 8 ft. tall and 3 to 4 ft. wide.
Family: Betulaceae
Zone: 4 to 8
Height: 6.00 to 8.00 feet
Spread: 3.00 to 4.00 feet
Bloom Time: March
Bloom Description: Yellow (male) and green (female)
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Suggested Use: Hedge
Flower: Insignificant
Leaf: Good Fall
Fruit: Showy
Problems: No serious insect or disease problems.