Nothofagus cunninghamii

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Myrtle Beech, Nothofagus cunninghamii, Myrtle Beech Tree, Beech Myrtle, Beech Myrtle Tree

Nothofagus cunninghamii, commonly known as Myrtle Beech, is an evergreen, Australian native tree that grows to 30 m tall and 15 m wide. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which are held densely in loose sprays. New growth in spring is coloured red-pink-orange. Nothofagus cunninghamii makes for a lovely specimen and is commonly added to a mixed planting in a large garden.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	30.00 m
Spread:	15.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Parks, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Myrtle Beech, Nothofagus cunninghamii, Myrtle Beech Tree, Beech Myrtle, Beech Myrtle Tree

Nothofagus cunninghamii Details

Nothofagus cunninghamii, commonly known as Myrtle Beech, is an evergreen, Australian native tree that grows to 30 m tall and 15 m wide. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which are held densely in loose sprays. New growth in spring is coloured red-pink-orange. Best performance with this tree is achieved when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, exposed positions, dry periods, and sites with poor fertility. Nothofagus cunninghamii makes for a lovely specimen and is commonly added to a mixed planting in a large garden.