Carpinus b. 'Monument' #2
$82.00
European Hornbeam ·
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Carpinus betulus ‘Monument’
‘Monument’ European hornbeam is a compact columnar selection prized for its strong upright presence and dense dark green foliage. Unlike broader hornbeams, its narrow, tidy habit makes it perfect for tight garden spaces, formal hedges, or as a vertical accent.
The rich green leaves provide year‑round structure, and in fall they transition to warm shades of yellow and gold, adding seasonal interest. Its crisp, vertical form allows it to act as a natural screen, focal point, or paired accent in formal landscapes or residential gardens. Adaptable to most soils and tolerant of urban conditions, ‘Monument’ combines low-maintenance appeal with architectural impact.
Reaching approximately 10 feet tall and 4 feet wide in 15 years, this hornbeam is ideal wherever a narrow, upright tree with year-round presence is desired.
Why We Love It: A perfectly narrow, upright tree with rich foliage and classic fall color — small-space impact with formal elegance.
| Carpinus betulus 'Monument' | |
| Full Sun, Part Shade | |
| 4 | |
| 10 ft | |
| 4 ft | |
| Attracts Songbirds | |
| Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant | |
| Early Spring | |
| Green | |
| Green | |
| Columnar | |
| Drought Tolerant, Easy to Grow | |
| Fall Colors | |
| Yellow | |
| Slow |