Beech
Beech is an ornamental in the Fagaceae family. It grows best in full sun to part shade with medium moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 4-7.
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PROPAGATION CATEGORY: Shade tree (seed) (not in original seed catalog). Use: Stately dense shade, smooth gray bark, good for hedging.
Beech (Fagus sylvatica) is a majestic, dense shade tree with smooth gray bark; it holds coppery leaves through winter when young and also makes a classic clipped hedge.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Fagus sylvatica|Hardiness zones: 4-7|Propagation: seed or grafting|Light: Full sun to part shade|Water: Medium|Mature size: 50-70 feet
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Care & troubleshooting
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