Copper Beech
Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea'
Reaching about 25m, Copper Beech is a fully hardy hedge flowering from April and May. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 25.0m tall × 15.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 apr,may
Wildlife
🐝 Beech mast for wildlife
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching about 25m, Copper Beech is a fully hardy hedge flowering from April and May. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
apr,may
Mature Height
25.0m
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