Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea'
Copper Beech, Purple Beech
Description
Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea' is a deciduous tree that grows 50'-60' tall and 30'-50' wide with purple leaves in the spring that turn dark purple in the fall. It requires full sun, medium watering, and well drained sandy loam soil.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.