American Beech

Scientific Name
Fagus grandifolia
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Dark green summer foliage that changes to golden; smooth, light gray to silvery bark.

Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil; slightly acid soil preferred.

Notes

This is a large tree and is not suitable for small properties.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
50.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
70.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Broad rounded, branching low to the ground.

Native Regions, Text

United States

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
American Beech form
picID
3552
Image
American Beech leaves and fruit
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3553
Image
American Beech bark
picID
3554
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
207