Fagus sylvatica (European Beech)
The king of the large shade trees, with a stately, spreading habit of growth and stunning golden brown fall color, exceptionally beautiful all year round; quite particular about growing conditions, requires rich soil and significant moisture
European Beech is a dense deciduous tree with a shapely oval form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.
This is a relatively low maintenance tree, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.
European Beech is primarily valued in the landscape for its decidedly oval form. It has dark green deciduous foliage which emerges light green in spring. The serrated pointy leaves turn an outstanding harvest gold in the fall. The smooth silver bark is extremely showy and adds significant winter interest.
European Beech will grow to be about 60 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 45 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to a ripe old age of 120 years or more; think of this as a heritage tree for future generations!
Details
Botanical Name
Fagus sylvatica
Common Name
European Beech
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
60 Feet
Max Spread
45 Feet
Plant Form
- Oval
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
Yes
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Fagus sylvatica (European Beech)
The king of the large shade trees, with a stately, spreading habit of growth and stunning golden brown fall color, exceptionally beautiful all year round; quite particular about growing conditions, requires rich soil and significant moisture
European Beech is a dense deciduous tree with a shapely oval form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.
This is a relatively low maintenance tree, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.
European Beech is primarily valued in the landscape for its decidedly oval form. It has dark green deciduous foliage which emerges light green in spring. The serrated pointy leaves turn an outstanding harvest gold in the fall. The smooth silver bark is extremely showy and adds significant winter interest.
European Beech will grow to be about 60 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 45 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to a ripe old age of 120 years or more; think of this as a heritage tree for future generations!
Pot Size
- #15
- #20
- #25
Height or Caliper
- -
Location
- GTN R26
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