beech tree

A large, impressive shade tree with dense, strong branching, glossy leaves that come in shades of green, purple and tricolor tend to persist into late fall/winter revealing smooth grey bark. Growth habit can be pyramidal to oval, columnar or weeping. Plant in large open spaces as a specimen.

Plant in well-drained, amended soil. Water well after planting; maintain 1” of water once a week the first year. Prune as needed during dormancy. Remove dead branches at any time. Feed at least twice during the growing season with a slow release fertilizer in early spring and again mid-summer. Follow label instructions. Mulch 2″ to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature.