Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' (Pleached) red Fruit is glossy bright red

Fruit is glossy bright red with lovely sweet flesh with just a hint of refreshing acidity

Avoid frost pockets and direct southern exposure

providing fruit for birds and nectar for bees

dark green leaves and producing an abundance of orange-red holly berries in autumn which persist into winter

errect habit with attractive

Carpinus betulus 'Fastigiata' (Pleached) red Fruit is glossy bright redThe tightly ascending branches of 'Fastigiata' provides an ideal dense canopy for various trained forms, great for screening or as a fun architectural piece. The tree also offers an airy spring foliage and rich honey autumn tones, as consistent with the species. Ideal for clay or chalky soils. Prune once a year to retain a healthy and attractive framework. H7