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Carpinus betulus ‘Lucas’, commonly known as the Lucas Hornbeam, is a refined, upright cultivar of the native Hornbeam, valued for its narrow, columnar shape and excellent resilience to urban, exposed, and challenging conditions. With dense green foliage, a naturally tidy crown, and warm autumn colour, this compact hornbeam is ideal for streets, driveways, avenues, boundary lines, and smaller gardens where shape and reliability are essential. Tough, elegant, and low-maintenance, it is a superb choice for modern landscapes.
 
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Key Features
Columnar Habit – Slim, upright form perfect for narrow spaces.
Dense Green Foliage – Creates strong structure and light summer shade.
Warm Autumn Colour – Leaves turn yellow-bronze before dropping.
Urban & Coastal Tolerance – Performs well in pollution, wind, and varying soil conditions.
Low Maintenance – Keeps a neat shape with minimal pruning.
Wildlife Friendly – Provides shelter for birds and supports beneficial insects.
 
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