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Fagus sylvatica 'Cristata' - summer leaves

Fagus sylvatica 'Cristata'

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(Cock's Comb Beech or Curly-leaved Beech) Rare form which has been in cultivation since the early nineteenth century, Fagus sylvatica 'Cristata' has dark green, cloud-like clumps of deeply lobed and curled leaves. These leaves are unusual in appearance and give the tree a unique appearance once established.

Slow growing and not for instant gratification but a very eye-catching small tree once established.

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Supplied Size:
  • 3 litre pot (2-3 years old, 15-25 cm tall)

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Rare form which has been in cultivation since the early nineteenth century, Fagus sylvatica 'Cristata' has fascinating dark green, cloud-like clumps of deeply lobed and curled leaves. These leaves are unusual in appearance and give the tree a unique appearance once established.

Slow growing and not for instant gratification but a very eye-catching small tree once established.


  • Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
  • Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
  • Hardiness: Hardy.
  • Rate of Growth: Slow until established, then moderate.
  • Habit: Small, branching tree.
    • Height: Eventually up to 8 m (26 ft).
    • Spread: 6 m (20 ft).
How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Shrub - Large (3m+), Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Acid
Special Features
Foliage - Unusual Shape, Rare and Unusual, Suitable for Containers
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