Fagus sylvatica – Common beech, European beech

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Fagus sylvatica – Common beech, European beech

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Fagus sylvatica is an impressive tree that grows in the wild in large parts of Europe. Mature specimens reach circa 35 m in height and width. The soft bark is smooth and has a grey colour. Old bark can be damaged by scorching. The shiny, dark green leaves are 4 - 10 cm large and have a curving margin.The young leaf is slightly haired when unfolding. Yellow-brown autumn colour. The tree flowers with small, inconspicuous catkins. In autumn nuts appear, only at a later age the tree does the tree bear a rich crop. Has many roots in the top soil, so that undergrowth gets little chance. The tree is used as a park tree and as a solitary. In addition it is much used for planting hedges and woodlands. Prefers humus rich soil that is not too wet and well-drained. Withstands hard surfaces less well. Moderately wind-tolerant.
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18-20 clearstem
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25-30 clearstem
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35-40 clearstem
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40-45 clearstem
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45-50 clearstem
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50-60 clearstem
∅130cm / 1500KG
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60-70 clearstem
∅140-150cm / 1750-2000KG
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70-80 clearstem
∅160-170cm / 3000-3500KG
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80-90 clearstem
∅180-200cm / 3500-4500KG
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∅180-200cm / 3500-4500KG
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90-100 clearstem
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100-120 clearstem
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12-14 feathered
∅ 40cm / 50KG
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18-20 feathered
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20-25 feathered
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25-30 feathered
∅80cm / 350KG
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30-35 feathered
∅90cm / 550KG
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35-40 feathered
∅100cm / 750KG
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40-45 feathered
∅110cm / 800KG
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45-50 feathered
∅120cm / 1000KG
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50-60 feathered
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60-70 feathered
∅140-150cm / 1750-2000KG
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70-80 feathered
∅160-170cm / 3000-3500KG
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80-90 feathered
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250/300h, multistem with raised stems
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20-25 screenform on stem
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Specifications
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Height
30 - 35 m
Crown
round, dark, dense crown, capricious growing
Bark and branches
grey, smooth bark
Leaf
oval to ovate, dark green, 4 - 10 cm
Autumn colour
yellow
Flowers
small inconspicuous catkins, May
Fruits
nuts, in burrs with brush-like spines, 1 - 2 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
well-drained, humus rich soil, not too wet
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree, multi-stem treem, block on trunk, screenform on trunk, screenform-low
Origin
Central and Western Europe
Synonyms
Fagus silvatica
Block on stem Clear stem tree feathered tree Multi-stem tree Espalier-low Screen on stem calcareous soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green yellowgreen average growing Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing playground tree
Applications and inspiration
Shaped trees and espaliers: the solution where there is little space!
Sunburn on trees
Related projects
Roombeek - Enschede
Private garden on a mountainside
Frequently asked questions
Fagus sylvatica

Fagus sylvatica can eventually reach a height of 30 - 35 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Fagus sylvatica is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 30 - 35 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Fagus sylvatica turn yellow in autumn.

The right time to plant Fagus sylvatica is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Fagus sylvatica with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Fagus sylvatica blooms in may.
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