The most successful combinations of forest beech are with deciduous trees and shrubs: yew, juniper, hornbeam, rowan, oak, hazel, euonymus. For contrasting compositions, planting next to conifers is practiced: Norway spruce, white fir, juniper.
Decorative varieties of forest beech differ from the original form in appearance, bark structure, size and color of leaves.
The most popular varieties of European beech in south africa mobile database design are the following:
Atropurpurea. European beech up to 20 m high, in the middle zone grows as a bush. When blossoming, the leaves of the tree have a pinkish-orange color, then acquire a purple color. The bark of the plant is light, smooth;
Davyck Gold. A spectacular variety of forest beech with a narrow columnar crown. In summer, the foliage of the forest beech Davyck Gold is bright green, turning yellow in autumn. The height of this European hybrid reaches 15 m;
Tricolor. A European variety of forest beech up to 10 m high. In spring the leaves are green, with a light border, in autumn they acquire a purple color. The crown is wide and spreading. The annual growth is small;
Pendula. Compact forest beech of weeping type with purple leaves. The tree reaches 5-10 m in height. Annual growth of the plant is no more than 15 cm. The culture tolerates frosts well, requires an abundance of moisture and light.
Planting and caring for European beech
To grow forest beech, it is important to choose the right seedlings and place for growing. Then the tree is provided with care.
Preparing the seedling and planting area
Healthy seedlings are selected for planting. The plant is inspected to detect mold, rotten areas and other damage. It is best to purchase a seedling from a local nursery.
Advice! The dense crown of the European beech tree is almost impermeable to sunlight. Therefore, light-loving plants are not planted under it.
Interesting! The forest beech is grown in the art of bonsai.
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