Carpinus japonica 'Chinese Lantern' Malus dom. 'James Grieve' 'Green Pillar' also known as

'Green Pillar' also known as 'Pringreen' is a gorgeous upright tree with nearly vertical branches and a strong central leader

Good choice for chalk soils

delicious off the tree or used in pies

If a reliable and heavy ornamental crop of berries is desired

Carpinus japonica 'Chinese Lantern' Malus dom. 'James Grieve' 'Green Pillar' also known asA Dutch selection of this elegant tree with the same graceful spreading habit and distinctly veined leaves, unfolding red and maturing to mid green. What sets this cultivar apart is the size of the pendulous, hop like fruits, which are larger and wider than the species, reminiscent of lanterns as they ripen. Yellow autumn colour. Does well on all well drained soils, but prefers moist, organically rich ground. Tolerates exposure. H6