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Fagus sylvatica 'Tortuosa' - Contorted Beech
Fagus sylvatica 'Tortuosa' - Contorted Beech

Contorted Beech

Fagus sylvatica 'Tortuosa'

Also called Parasol Beech

  • Small tree with unusual twisted or tortuous branches and trunk
  • Broad rounded or umbrella-like shape
  • Dark green foliage
  • Adds winter interest to the garden
  • No two specimens are the same

ZONE:
4

HEIGHT:
250-300 cm

SPREAD:
250-300 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

European beech thrive in a rich, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. Very little pruning is necessary to maintain its shape.

Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Edible
Edible
SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Average
Well-drained
GROWTH RATE:
Slow
ATTRIBUTES:
Fall Color
LANDSCAPE USES:
Specimen