Beech
Fagus spp.
Fagus orientalis-dkrb(2) by http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benutzer:Drahkrub (CC BY 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
30m | Max | |
20m | Min |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Beech Overview
Fagus is a genus of large deciduous trees from the Fagaceae family. They are native to Europe, Asia and North America where they grow in temperate regions. Commonly known as Beech, the genus Fagus contains 11 species which have smooth grey bark, large oval leaves and sharply three-angled nuts inside spiny husks. Cultivated plants are grown for their autumn colour and a number of cultivars with diverse growth habits and leaf colour are available.
Common problems with Beech
How to propagate Beech
Budding
Propagate species by seed in autumn, selected forms by budding in late summer.
Seed
Other uses of Beech
Grown for their habit, foliage and autumn colour. Good for hedging.
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