Scientific Name
Fagus grandifolia

Common Name
American beech

Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Dense; broad with wide spreading crown
Height: 50 to 80'
Width: 40 to 60'
Leaf: 2 to 5" alternate, simple leaf; golden brown fall color; foliage on young trees remains in winter
Flower/Fruit: Small three winged nut
Comments: Native; dense shade; shallow roots; difficult to grown plants underneath; nuts attract birds and squirrels
Cultivars: --



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