| Genus | Carpinus |
|---|---|
| Species | betulus |
| Cultivar | 'Franz Fontaine' |
| Common Name | 'Franz Fontaine' European Hornbeam |
| Zone | 5 to 8 |
| Habit | dense, not as wide as 'Fastigiata'. Slow to moderate growth rate., pyramidal tree |
| Height | 30 to 35 Feet |
| Spread | 15 to 18 Feet |
| Foliage | 2-4" long, Dark green in summer, serrated, yellow in fall. Deciduous. |
| Flower | Insignificant. |
| Fruit | 1/4" nut, in September., Small |
| Culture | Full sun. |
