
Carpinus betulus ‘Monument’
European Hornbeam - Monument
A dwarf form of the European Hornbeam! Very dense habit, forming a natural tight conical shape. Green spring and summer leaves turn yellow in the fall, eventually changing to brown and often cling on through the winter months. Grows 4′ high by 2′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 4 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced from Italy.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun.
Soil: Tolerant of various soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed from spring to early August.
Maybe the same as ‘Columnaris Nana’.

