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Fagus sylvatica

European Beech

A handsome, oval to rounded, symmetrical tree with dark green, shiny foliage turning golden-brown in colour in the fall and remaining on the tree all winter. They have smooth, light gray bark and produce an edible nut enclosed in a spiny husk.

  • »  Densely branched, upright, oval to rounded, spreading crown
  • »  Dark green, ovate to elliptic, glossy leaves have a wavy texture
  • »  Foliage turns a golden-bronze in fall
  • »  Smooth, light gray bark
  • »  Will produce a nut enclosed in a spiny bract

1gal
$33.00
2gal
$40.50
5gal Low Inventory
$204.00
6gal
$318.00
7gal
$405.00
10gal
$435.00
15gal Low Inventory
$654.00
B&B in Container
$1,065.00
  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:15-18 m
  • Spread:12-15 m
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Average
Well-drained
Growth Rate
Medium
Slow
Critter
Deer Resistant
Attributes
Deciduous
Edible
Fall Color
Habit
Oval
Pyramidal
Foliage Color
Bronze
Golden
Green (dark)
Landscape uses
Hedge
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Fagus sylvatica

European beech is primarily distinguished from the similar American beech by its smaller size, darker gray bark, and smaller leaves.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Fagus sylvatica

A large tree at maturity, ideal for large spaces such as lawn and parks. Low-branched trees can be planted in multiples and pruned to create a dense screening or hedge. European beech grow best in a rich, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade.