Fagus sylvatica 'Aspleniifolia'

An unusual selection of beech tree,  Fagus sylvatica 'Aspleniifolia' has variable yet handsome, deeply cut, dark green leaves. Fagus sylvatica 'Aspleniifolia' is usually slower growing than a standard Beech tree, but has a much more ornamental leaf and makes a very attractive garden 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:  Fagus sylvatica 'Aspleniifolia' grows in time to be a medium sized, branching tree.
  • Height: 15 m (50 ft).
  • Spread: 10 m (32 ft).

• Notes:  Fagus sylvatica 'Aspleniifolia' is not a tree for instant gratification and will take many years to reach the above size.