PLANT JOURNAL
COMMON NAME American Beech
BOTANICAL NAME Fagus grandifolia
ZONE 3 – 9
SIZE 50 – 80 ft HT x 40 – 80 ft SP, Excellent shade tree.
FOLIAGE Alternate, simple, serrated, medium green leaves. Turn yellow in the Fall. Leaves turn tan in the winter, and frequently persist through January.
BARK The bark is one of its most distinguishable characteristics. The smooth grey surface has enticed many youngsters to carve their initials for posterity. The tree is quite majestic, and will be an outstanding specimen in any setting.
FLOWER Insignificant
FRUIT Showy and edible
GROWING CONDITIONS Full Sun to Part Shade. Have noticed it in deciduous woodland settings, and seems to prefer areas near streams or ponds, even though it requires well-drained conditions. It will not tolerate wet, poorly drained soil.
NOTES Deer Resistant. Black Walnut Resistant.
