European Beech

Fagus sylvatica
Fagaceae

Growth Habit

Tree

Description

Leaves purplish, narrower than normal, edged and striped with rose and pinkish white. Very attractivewhen the leaves are young. The tree at Kew Gardens when seen from a distance has the aspect of a small-leaved and slender copper beech.

Source of plant

Moses Nurseries

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics