Carpinus betulus ‘Frans Fontaine’: The Distinguished Hornbeam Cultivar
Of all the cultivars of European hornbeam ( genus Carpinus betulus ) , ‘ Frans Fontaine ’ stands out as one of the most prized . This handsome , slowly - growing tree has an upright ellipse form and lush greenish leaf that cater multi - season pastime . For landscape seeking a elegant , architectural spirit , ‘ Frans Fontaine ’ hornbeam is hard to beat . Origins of a Top-Tier Cultivar ‘ Frans Fontaine ’ arose in the 1930s as a probability seedling at a baby’s room in Boskoop , Netherlands ....