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The American Beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a stately, long-lived tree known for its smooth gray bark, dense canopy, and golden-bronze fall foliage. This live bare root plant, measuring 1-2 feet, thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and is perfect for large landscapes, parks, and naturalized woodlands. Its lush green leaves provide deep shade in the summer, and its small beechnuts attract birds and wildlife.
Ideal as a shade tree, windbreak, or specimen tree, the American Beech is a slow-growing but highly rewarding species. It prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. With its stunning year-round beauty and ecological benefits, this tree is a valuable addition to any landscape.
Scientific Name: Fagus grandifolia
Common Name: American Beech
Plant Size: 1-2 feet live bare root plant
Features: Majestic shade tree, smooth bark, fall color
Color: Green foliage (spring/summer), golden-bronze (fall), gray bark
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
Soil Type: Rich, well-drained loamy soil
Zones: USDA 3-9
Growth Rate: Slow; reaches 50-80 ft at maturity
Special Use: Shade tree, windbreak, wildlife-friendly
Care Instructions: Plant in full sun or partial shade with rich soil; water regularly during establishment
Packaging: Shipped bare root for easy planting
Color: Green foliage, golden-bronze fall color, gray bark
Features: Long-lived, wildlife-friendly, shade-providing
Soil Type: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained loamy soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Growth Habit: Broad, rounded crown
1 Fagus grandifolia American Beech Tree - Live Bare Root Plant 1-2 Feet for Zones 3-9
$83.60