Carpinus b Lucas #7
Carpinus b Lucas #7
Lucas Columnar European Hornbeam
Dense, columnar habit, golden yellow fall color
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The tree has a dense, columnar habit staying narrow. Foliage is dark green through the growing season, turning yellow, then brown in autumn - retained on the tree until spring useful for winter effect. Useful as a specimen, hedge. or as a street tree.
Botanical Name- Carpinus betulus 'Lucas'
Pronunciation- kar-PY-nus BEH-too-lus
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 12 ft
Mature Height- 30 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade
Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil
Current Size- #7
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Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, shelter for small fauna
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to maintain shape in late winter; water regularly when young and mulch to conserve moisture.
Trimming Instructions- Light pruning in late winter or summer to maintain shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Amend clay soil around the root zone for better aeration.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Canker diseases, leaf miners
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