Fern-Leaf European Bech

Fagus sylvatica 'Asplenifolia' Fagaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Beech Collection

Source of plant

Broken Arrow Nursery, Edgewood Nursery

Description

Gracefully cut leaves that offer a fern-like appearance; the lustrous dark green leaves turn an excellent golden-brown in the fall (DS 9). Leaves very narrow, deeply toothed or lobed (DS 3).

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

notable texture, foliage characteristics, fall color