Purple Fountain Beech
Quick Overview
Purple Fountain Beech is an extremely unique specimen tree that will surely turn heads. The pendulous branches which grace this tree will form a unique living sculpture. The purple foliage will add a splash of color to the landscape. Truly there is no finer specimen tree; so beautiful that it overwhelms one at first glance.
Details
Quick Overview
Why it rocks:
Purple Fountain Beech is an extremely unique specimen tree that will surely turn heads. The pendulous branches which grace this tree will form a unique living sculpture. The purple foliage will add a splash of color to the landscape. Truly there is no finer specimen tree; so beautiful that it overwhelms one at first glance.
Where to put it:
Purple Fountain Beech is great for anywhere in the yard where you need a splash of color and a unique specimen tree. This tree should be placed where its unique beauty can best be admired. The small, narrow form allows this tree to be very versatile, and it should fit underneath power lines.
What it needs:
Beech trees are zone 4 to 7 and are durable in most landscape situations. Be sure to follow our watering guidelines for the first few growing seasons until the root system is well-established.
Specs
Botanical Name | Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain' |
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Hardiness Zone | 5 |
Tree Type | Ornamental & Flowering |
Size Range | Small Tree (15-25 feet) |
Mature Height | 25' |
Mature Spread | 12' |
Shape | Upright Oval, Weeping |
Foliage Color | Purple |
Decorative Fruit | None |
Landscape Uses | Under Utility Wires, Ornamental/Flowering |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Plant Tolerance | Very Adaptable |
Standout Feature | Weeping Branches, Unique, Purple-Red Foliage |