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Beech, American

Fagus grandifolia

A very formal and stately tree. Leaves emerge in late spring, changing from shimmering green to lustrous dark green to golden bronze in the fall. Smooth bark. Plant in well-drained, aerated soil. Can be used as a hedge. Grows to 50'-70' with a 40' spread. (Zones 4-9)

Can't Ship To: AK, AZ, CA, HI

Tree Type: Ornamental Trees, Shade Trees

 Item #  Mem / Reg Price*  Shipping Height  Qty.
 1018  $5.98 / $9.00  2-3' What does this mean?  
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GROWING REQUIREMENTS
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Soil Type: Acidic, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Silty Loam, Well Drained, Clay


SPECIFICATIONS
Shipping Height:  2-3' Mature Height:  50' - 70'
Growth Rate:  Slow to Medium Mature Spread:  40'

HARDINESS ZONE(S): 4 - 9
This tree can be expected to grow in the temperature extremes of the zones shown in color in this arborday.org hardiness zone map.



IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to lengthy inspection times, we are unable to ship trees to AK, AZ, CA, HI or territories.
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