Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' is a crossing between F. sylvatica 'Dawyck' and a red-leaved beech. It has a narrow, columnar crown and can attain a height of 25 m and a spread of 3 m. The oval to ovate leaves are deep purplish and 4 - 10 cm. As this cultivar is grafted, it retains its colour and habit well. Inflorescence is inconspicuous. In autumn the small nuts appear. Solitary preferring a well-drained, not too wet soil that is rich in humus content. Moderate wind resistance. Winter hardiness zone: 5b
Clear stem treefeathered treecalcareous soilloamy soilpeaty soilsandy soiltolerates no pavingresistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)suitable for shadowcolumnar1st size , taller than 12 metresdense crownreddish brownyellowgreenaverage growingnon-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple'
Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.