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European Beech

Fagus Sylvatica

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Overview

The European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) is a majestic, deciduous tree, appreciated for its smooth, gray bark, and lush, ovate leaves that turn a rich copper in autumn. Reaching up to 60 feet tall with a canopy spread of 35-45 feet, it creates dense shade. Hardy in USDA zones 4-7, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. A stately choice for large spaces and avenues.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–7Type Tree
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — year-round elegance for any landscape setting; the European Beech thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and prefers full sun

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae

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European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — allowing it to provide substantial shade; but it is important to ensure it has adequate space to grow both above, image 64
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — ovate leaves that turn a rich copper in autumn
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — The European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) is a majestic; reaching up to 60 feet tall with a canopy spread of 35-45 feet, it
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — allowing it to provide substantial shade
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — The European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) stands as an eminent and versatile deciduous tree
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — appreciated for its smooth
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — but its grandeur and seasonal variations guarantee a dignified
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — The European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) stands as an eminent and versatile deciduous tree; as its root system is, image 57
European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica) — Hardy in USDA zones 4-7, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to part shade
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Fagus Sylvatica
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Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
Fagus Sylvatica
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