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Fagus sylvatica Tricolor

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Fagus sylvatica Tricolor Beech,

Native: Foliage Type:

No Deciduous

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Trees Rounded, Upright

Description:

A stunning, deciduous feature tree that is best suited to cold climates. The foliage has striking pink to purple tones that make it a stand out feature specimen. It will get to approximately 7-10m tall 5-7m wide. Requiring a protected position in the garden.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

4-10m 4-10m

Position: Soil Type:

Semi Shade Any, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)

Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden

Pests & Diseases: Borers, Generally trouble free, Scale

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Fagaceae Europe

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Pink, Purple

Flower Colour: Insignificant

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: N/A

Fruit: Insignificant

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Slow

Maintenance Level: Medium

Water Usage: Medium / Moderate

Drought: Low

Frost: High

Wind: Medium / Moderate

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