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Fagus sylvatica

European Beech

Large deciduous tree with dense canopy and smooth grey bark. Native to temperate forests in Europe, Asia, and North America.

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Plant Details

Common Name	European Beech
Family	Fagaceae
Genus	Fagus
Species	Sylvatica
Origin	Europe / Asia / North America
Blooming	Spring flowers, catkins
Leaf Color	Emerald green to copper-red (autumn)
Sunlight	Half-shade / Sun
Category	Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly	check Yes

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Loamy soil with good drainage and organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral pH

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment, drought tolerant once mature. Avoid waterlogging.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best leaf coloration, tolerates partial shade but requires established root system

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring after last frost to support canopy growth

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Pruning

Prune in late winter dormancy to remove deadwood and shape structure

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months

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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

5° – 95°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

40% – 80%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

3000 – 60000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

800 – 2500

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

20% – 70%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1500

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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