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River's Purple European Beech
Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii'
Pronunciation: FA-gus sil-VAT-i-ka ri-VERZ-ee-ee
SKU #03579
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 40 to 50 ft. tall, 20 to 30 ft. wide.
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| Description | The deepest purple foliage of any purple-leafed beech with richly colored foliage that retains its dark purple color throughout the summer months. A special selection from England. A magnificent specimen tree for larger landscapes. Not recommended for hot, dry areas. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Design Ideas | Use this big Beech in large landscapes, or as a street or park tree. Stands alone or in a grove, and may be used to accent other groves of green trees. |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Red Maple (Acer rubrum); Spruce (Picea); Lilacy (Syringa); European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus); Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra) |
| Care Instructions | Highly adaptable to a wide range of soil types, providing it is well-drained. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce the frequency, continuing with deep waterings. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Seldom needs pruning. |
| History | This may be the most famous of all beech varieties in England, developed and introduced there by the nursery of Thomas Rivers around 1860. It was in widespread cultivation both in Europe and America by 1880. It's purple coloring points to ancestry from the copper beech of Europe. The species is a forest tree native to central and Southern Europe. |
| Lore | The species name of F. sylvatica is derived from the Greek for forest-loving. |
Details
| Description | The deepest purple foliage of any purple-leafed beech with richly colored foliage that retains its dark purple color throughout the summer months. A special selection from England. A magnificent specimen tree for larger landscapes. Not recommended for hot, dry areas. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Design Ideas | Use this big Beech in large landscapes, or as a street or park tree. Stands alone or in a grove, and may be used to accent other groves of green trees. |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Red Maple (Acer rubrum); Spruce (Picea); Lilacy (Syringa); European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus); Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Highly adaptable to a wide range of soil types, providing it is well-drained. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce the frequency, continuing with deep waterings. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Seldom needs pruning. |
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History
| History | This may be the most famous of all beech varieties in England, developed and introduced there by the nursery of Thomas Rivers around 1860. It was in widespread cultivation both in Europe and America by 1880. It's purple coloring points to ancestry from the copper beech of Europe. The species is a forest tree native to central and Southern Europe. |
|---|---|
| Lore | The species name of F. sylvatica is derived from the Greek for forest-loving. |
Frequently asked questions
Does River's Purple European Beech produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is River's Purple European Beech evergreen or deciduous?
River's Purple European Beech is Deciduous.
What are the special features of River's Purple European Beech?
River's Purple European Beech is Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color.
How fast does River's Purple European Beech grow?
River's Purple European Beech has a Slow growth rate.
How can I use River's Purple European Beech in my garden design?
Use this big Beech in large landscapes, or as a street or park tree. Stands alone or in a grove, and may be used to accent other groves of green trees.
What color is the foliage of River's Purple European Beech?
River's Purple European Beech has Purple foliage.
What plants grow well with River's Purple European Beech?
Good companion plants for River's Purple European Beech include: Red Maple (Acer rubrum); Spruce (Picea); Lilacy (Syringa); European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus); Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra).
How do I care for River's Purple European Beech?
Highly adaptable to a wide range of soil types, providing it is well-drained. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce the frequency, continuing with deep waterings. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Seldom needs pruning.
What is the history of River's Purple European Beech?
This may be the most famous of all beech varieties in England, developed and introduced there by the nursery of Thomas Rivers around 1860. It was in widespread cultivation both in Europe and America by 1880. It's purple coloring points to ancestry from the copper beech of Europe. The species is a forest tree native to central and Southern Europe.
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