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Lucas Columnar Hornbeam grows individually in a backyard as an accent tree showing off its dark green leaves and narrow, upright branch structure.

Lucas Columnar Hornbeam

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Quick Overview

Discover the incredible Lucas Columnar Hornbeam— the ultimate hedge tree that will transform your outdoor space! Say goodbye to boring evergreens and embrace the beauty of a tree that stands tall and proud while keeping its leaves well into winter. This tree is perfect for creating a stylish and private oasis while minimizing noise. Lucas Columnar Hornbeam boasts dense branches filled with rich, dark green leaves that burst into a breathtaking golden yellow in the fall. Elevate your outdoor areas with this stunning and practical tree.

Why it rocks:

Lucas Columnar Hornbeam is a remarkable new variety of European Hornbeam that’s sure to transform your landscape! With its elegant, narrow profile reaching just 10 feet wide at maturity, this tree is the ideal choice for adding a touch of sophistication to your outdoor spaces. It not only enhances privacy but also creates a tranquil oasis while effectively muffling unwanted noise. Its densely packed, columnar branches are adorned with thick, resilient leaves that transition beautifully from a rich dark green in the summer to a stunning golden yellow in the fall. Its delicate catkins and nutlets not only add ornamental charm but also serve as a nutritious food source for local wildlife, enhancing the natural beauty of your yard. As winter sets in, those leaves elegantly transition to a warm chestnut brown, adding a captivating touch to your winter landscape. Elevate your outdoor environment by planting Lucas Columnar Hornbeam— it’s an investment that brings beauty, value, and enduring privacy to your home for years to come!

Where to put it:

Lucas Columnar Hornbeam is highly valuable in landscaping, offering privacy and beauty. This tree is a perfect solution for your privacy needs. When planted as a tall hedge, it maintains its leaves well into winter, making it an excellent alternative to evergreen trees for privacy and screening. It is a smart choice for creating screens along property lines and can be planted relatively close together to achieve your desired level of privacy, whether in straight or staggered rows. As the trees grow, their branches will intertwine, forming a dense hedge wall. The small, serrated leaves and compact, columnar branch structure provide effective screening throughout all seasons. Additionally, Lucas Columnar Hornbeam can serve as an accent near patios or in small garden areas. Enhance its striking presence with a landscape spotlight, showcasing it as a unique vertical design element. Elevate your outdoor spaces with this chic new variety!

What it needs:

Lucas Columnar Hornbeam is happiest in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions found in the Chicagoland area. This tree can be manicured, as needed, as it grows and matures. To promote a strong & healthy root system, please follow our tree care guidelines during the initial growing seasons.

Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus 'Lucas'
Hardiness Zone: 5
Tree Type: Shade
Size Range: Medium Tree (25-40 feet)
Mature Height: 30'
Mature Spread: 10'
Shape: Columnar
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Fall Color: Yellow/Gold
Flower Color: Yellow-green Catkin
Decorative Fruit: Nutlet
Landscape Uses: Accent | Privacy & Screening | Parkway/Street
Growth Rate: Moderate
Plant Tolerance: Very Adaptable & Tolerant
Standout Feature: Columnar form, Excellent hedge tree, Holds its leaves throughout winter

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