A magnificent, and long-lived specimen tree that has been in cultivation for hundreds of years. Glossy dark purple foliage is stunning in the landscape. The winter outline is particularly handsome with superb branching and smooth, light grey bark.
- Secondary Name:
- Purple European Beech
- Plant Type:
- Deciduous Trees
- Hardiness Zone:
- ZONE 4
- Native:
- Not Native
- Sun Exposure:
- SUN/PT SHADE
- Ultimate Plant Height:
- HT 30-50'
- Ultimate Spread:
- SP 30-50'
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