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Native Beech Trees

Fagus sylvatica

Fagus sylvatica, commonly known as the Common Beech or European Beech, is a large, deciduous tree that grows with a broad, spreading crown. The leaves emerge yellow-green in spring, age to become glossy and dark green, then turn a russet-brown colour in autumn as they die off. Left untrimmed, this European Beech will grow to about 30 m tall and 15 m wide. Fagus sylvatica makes for a fantastic shade tree and mature specimens make a dramatic statement in the landscape when given plenty of room. It is also commonly used for avenue planting, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, or added to a mixed planting in a large garden.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 30.00 m
Spread: 15.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Formal, Japanese

Fagus sylvatica Dawyck Gold

Fagus sylvatica Dawyck Gold, commonly known as the Columnar Beech Tree or Golden Beech Tree, is grown for its bright autumn colours and slender growth habit. The foliage emerges bright yellow with green overtones in spring, ages to become a rich, lime green colour, then develops golden-orange tones in autumn before falling. It grows with an upright and almost columnar shape to about 12 m tall and 3 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. This variety grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site, and is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and dry periods. It will also tolerate moderate wind, though shelter and staking when young will help produce a better formed tree. F sylvatica Dawyck Gold is a fantastic tree and mature specimens make a dramatic statement in the landscape. It is also commonly used for avenue planting, screening, or added to mixed plantings in large gardens.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 12.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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