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Purple European Beech

Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea'

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Overview

The Purple European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea') is a striking ornamental tree, prized for its deep purple, wavy foliage. Mature specimens reach up to 60 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet, providing dense, oval to rounded shade. This majestic beech thrives in well-drained soil, requiring full sun to partial shade. Its slow growth and longevity make it an excellent specimen for large gardens and park settings.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–7
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — The Purple European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea') is a striking ornamental tree
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — Mature specimens reach up to 60 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet, providing dense, oval to roundedPurple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — prized for its deep purplePurple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — This majestic beech thrives in well-drained soil, requiring full sun to partial shadePurple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — Its slow growth and longevity make it an excellent specimen for large gardens and park settingsPurple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — The Purple European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea')Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — also renowned as the Copper Beech+9

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae

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Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — The Purple European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea') is a striking ornamental tree
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — Mature specimens reach up to 60 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet, providing dense, oval to rounded
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — prized for its deep purple
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — This majestic beech thrives in well-drained soil, requiring full sun to partial shade
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — Its slow growth and longevity make it an excellent specimen for large gardens and park settings
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — The Purple European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea')
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — also renowned as the Copper Beech
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — stands as a commanding deciduous species treasured for its striking foliage and majestic form
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — transitioning to a lustrous copper hue come fall
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — This cultivar of the European Beech family showcases lush leaves that unfurl a deep reddish-purple
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — the tree's expansiveness should be carefully considered in landscape design
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — With a growth rate typically described as slow to medium
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — expanding around 12 to 24 inches per annum
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — the Purple European Beech forms a dense
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — this beech variety thrives in full sun to partial shade
Purple European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Atropurpunicea') — excessive exposure to harsh sunlight may scorch its leaves

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