American Beech Tree - Fagus grandifolia

American Beech Tree (Fagus grandifolia) is a tree that is deciduous and will bring great beauty and elegance to your landscape with its tall stature.

Plant Details - American Beech Tree

Family: Fagaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 50 – 70 ft.

Spread: 50 – 70 ft.

Growth Rate: Slow

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Yellow

Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - American Beech Tree

American Beech Tree is a tall and beautiful tree that is native to the eastern United States. It is a tree well known and loved for its low branching habit and distinctive, smooth gray bark.

Create plenty of shade with this tree. Excellent when planted as an ornamental accent or focal point for your yard, garden, or landscape.

Plant this tree in a location that is full sun. It is tolerant of some shade but will grow best with full sun.

This is a slow growing tree that will create shade in your yard to be enjoyed by many generations.

This tree has dark green and shiny leaves that will turn into brilliant yellow orange in the fall.

This tree prefers to be planted in well draining, acidic soil that is loamy or sandy in texture. You should avoid planting this tree in compacted or clay soil.

Water this tree until it is well established in its new location. Once it is established, you will not need to water this tree except in cases of extreme drought.

This tree will produce small beechnuts, which encase its seeds. These beechnuts are a vital source of food for local wildlife including birds and mammals.

This tree will not need routine pruning; however, you will need to prune any damaged or diseased branches.

Watch this tree for signs of fungal issues and treat as soon as possible.

Noteworthy Characteristics

American Beech Tree will attract lots of wildlife to your yard. Prepare to see many birds, mammals, and butterflies!

Birds will nest in its branches and in its cavities. This tree will attract butterflies and moths, and it is a host for the Rosy Maple Moth.

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Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet

Care

To care for American Beech trees, ensure the soil remains consistently moist but well-drained, especially during the tree's early years—Mulch the base to keep moisture and protect roots. Trim in late winter to hold shape and remove dead branches.

Plant Reproduction

The American Beech Tree spreads by seeds and root suckers.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees

Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.

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