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EAN codeHORFRA175C
- Plant genusCarpinus
- Common nameFrans Fontaine
- Botanical namebetulus
- General informationThese produce yellow-brown fruits. The Common hornbeam 'Frans Fontaine' also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is dark grey and smooth. In a sunny to shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx.
- Frost resistanceThe Common hornbeam 'Frans Fontaine' has good frost hardiness.
- GrowthColumnar, slender.
- LeavesThe deciduous leaves of the Common hornbeam 'Frans Fontaine's are medium green, ovate, alternate, serrated. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size. Common hornbeam 'Frans Fontaine' is bright orange-yellow in autumn. Long lasting.
- LocationPreferred location in a sunny to shady position.
- Planting periodeContainer plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).
- Soil typeNormal soil.
- UsePrivacy screen, hedge (pruning), specimen, topiary
- Water requirementThe plant has a medium water requirement.
- Water normalYes
- Annual growth (height) from250
- Annual growth (height) to300
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