Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' – Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana'

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Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' – Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana'

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Rather slow grower with a crown that stays narrower than the species. Height circa 15 m, maximum 20 m. The soft bark is grey and fairly thin. The shiny, ovate leaves are slightly smaller than of the species and they are deep red-brown to nearly black. The veins are slightly lighter tinted. This colour is retained well into autumn. It is one of the nicest dark-leaved beeches. 'Spaethiana' comes out best as a park tree. Prefers calcareous, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil that is high in humus content. The tree is intolerant to hard surfaces and a high water table. Moderate wind resistance. Winter hardiness zone: 5b
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Specifications
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Height
15-20 m
Width
10-15m
Crown
oval, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
grey
Leaf
purplegreen, reddisch brown
Flowers
yellowgreen, flowers in May
Fruits
brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil, calcareous soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5b (-26,0 to -23,4 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree
Clear stem tree feathered tree calcareous soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow oval 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown purplegreen reddish brown yellowgreen average growing non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana'

Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' can eventually reach a height of 15-20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15-20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' 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.

Fagus sylvatica 'Spaethiana' blooms in may.
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