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European beech
Fagus sylvatica
tree⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
A large, graceful deciduous tree with smooth gray bark and dense foliage that turns golden-bronze in autumn. Valued as a shade tree and for its elegant form in parks and large gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 7bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringFall
Succession Role
climax
Native Range
Central and Western Europe
Function & Care
biomass/mulcherosion controlhedgerowwildlife benefitwindbreakedible
Edible Parts
nut
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation