Fagus sylvatica atropunicea
copper beech
Flower Color
Description
Group of large deciduous beech trees reaching about 30m in height over time. Grown for their deep purple leaves, which become reddish-copper in autumn. They are normally selected from seed-raised plants
Mature Height
12m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-7
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
ArchitecturalCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensHedging and screens