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Weeping European Beech

Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula'

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Overview

The Weeping European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula') showcases gracefully cascading branches with lush, deep green leaves. This ornamental tree reaches up to 50 feet in height and spreads around 40 feet, requiring ample space. It thrives under full sunlight to partial shade in well-drained soil. Noted for its striking silhouette, this deciduous specimen adds timeless elegance, making it a captivating focal point in spacious landscapes. Zone 4-7 hardiness.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–7
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — The Weeping European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula') showcases gracefully cascading branches with lush

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae

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Photos (70)

Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — cascading form and lush foliage; with branches that sweep downwards to create an elegant, image 50
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — it boasts a unique pendulous habit; noted for its striking silhouette, image 52
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — is a captivating deciduous tree renowned for its dramatic; noted for its striking silhouette, image 49
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — with branches that sweep downwards to create an elegant, image 53
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — As a cultivar of the European beech; dark green as the season progresses, image 51
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — flowing appearance.<br><br>In landscape design; dark green as the season progresses, image 54
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — This beech requires a planting site with well-drained and fertile soil; with branches that, image 59
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — providing a formidable silhouette against the sky; noted for its striking silhouette, image 58
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — It can reach an approximate mature height of 25 to 40 feet; with branches that sweep downwards, image 56
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — this tree serves as a focal point due to its stately presence and sculptural quality; noted, image 55
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — with a spread of around 15 to 25 feet; dark green as the season progresses, image 57
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — dark green as the season progresses, image 60
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — In the fall, the leaves transform to a coppery-bronze, offering seasonal visual interest, image 61
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — tree for full or half; dark green as the season progresses, image 63
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — it is important to note that while the tree is relatively low-maintenance; with branches that, image 62
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — The Weeping European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula') showcases gracefully cascading branches, image 64
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — This ornamental tree reaches up to 50 feet in height and spreads around 40 feet, requiring, image 65
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — It thrives under full sunlight to partial shade in well-drained soil; dark green as the season, image 66
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — this deciduous specimen adds timeless elegance; with branches that sweep downwards to create, image 68
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — making it a captivating focal point in spacious landscapes; dark green as the season progresses, image 69
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — is a captivating deciduous tree renowned for its dramatic; noted for its striking silhouette, image 70
Weeping European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Pendula') — Noted for its striking silhouette, image 67

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