
American Beech
Fagus grandifolia
An American native, this magnificent large tree is to be used in large yards, parks, golf courses, etc. It can easily reach a mature height of up to 50-70′ and even larger and forms a large rounded canopy. In spring, it flowers as the leaves emerge, and in autumn it sports a lovely golden bronze color.
Sun / Shade Ratio
Shade Tolerance
Sun Tolerance
Attributes
SHAPE |
Spreading to rounded | |
FOLIAGE |
Dark green | |
FALL FOLIAGE |
Golden bronze | |
MINIMUM HEIGHT |
50 |
Feet |
MAXIMUM HEIGHT |
70 |
Feet |
MINIMUM SPREAD |
40 |
Feet |
MAXIMUM SPREAD |
50 |
Feet |
HARDINESS ZONES |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |