American Beech Tree

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American Beech Tree

Provides excellent shade canopy, Beautiful golden fall foliage, Attracts diverse wildlife year-round

$30.99

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American Beech Tree

American Beech Tree (Fagus grandifolia) is a deciduous tree that will bring great beauty and elegance to your landscape with its tall stature. This tree creates plenty of shade and is excellent when planted as an ornamental accent or focal point for your yard, garden, or landscape.

Plant this tree in a location that receives full sun. It is tolerant of some shade but will grow best with full sun. This slow-growing tree will create shade in your yard to be enjoyed by many generations. This tree has dark green and shiny leaves that will turn brilliant yellow and orange in the fall.

American Beech Tree with lush green canopy in manicured garden bed

American Beech Tree Details

Family: Fagaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 50 – 70 ft.

Spread: 50 – 70 ft.

Growth Rate: Slow

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Yellow

Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies

Landscape Uses and Maintenance

American Beech Tree is a tall and beautiful tree native to the eastern United States. It is a tree well known and loved for its low branching habit and distinctive, smooth gray bark. This tree prefers to be planted in well-draining, acidic soil that is loamy or sandy in texture. It should be avoided planting in compacted or clay soil.

Water this tree until it is well established in its new location. Once it is established, you will not need to water this tree except in cases of extreme drought. This tree will produce small beech nuts, which encase its seeds. These beech nuts are a vital food source for local wildlife, including birds and mammals.

This tree will not need routine pruning; however, you must prune any damaged or diseased branches. Watch this tree for signs of fungal issues and treat immediately.

Noteworthy Characteristics

The Fagus grandifolia tree will attract lots of wildlife to your yard. Prepare to see many birds, mammals, and butterflies! Birds will nest in its branches and in its cavities. This tree will attract butterflies and moths, and it is a host for the Rosy Maple Moth.

Bare-root American Beech Tree with slender brown trunk and tangled roots

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Exposure

The American Beech Tree thrives in partial to full shade, though it can tolerate some sunlight, especially in its early years. It prefers a sheltered location to enjoy dappled sunlight or filtered light through the above-canopy.

Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet

Usage

Shade

Shipped As

Bare-root

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Planting Zones

3-9

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees

Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.

To care for American Beech trees, ensure the soil remains consistently moist but well-drained, especially during the tree's early years—Mulch the base to keep moisture and protect roots. Trim in late winter to hold shape and remove dead branches.

The American Beech Tree thrives in partial to full shade, though it can tolerate some sunlight, especially in its early years. It prefers a sheltered location to enjoy dappled sunlight or filtered light through the above-canopy.

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