Fagus

A choice and unjustly rare beech with European lineage that dates back more than 100 years. The ornate, semi-dwarf specimens boast elongated, radically narrow, deep purple leaves on an irregular open framework. Plants convey an amazing textural presence in the garden blending superbly in mixed plantings, large rock gardens and Japanese themed displays. 10-15’ Learn More

An outstanding form of European beech that develops into a majestic, elegant specimen with time. Each fresh green leaf is delicately dissected into numerous deeply cut lobes that add a feathery texture matched by few peers. Those that have visited the famed mansions of Newport Rhode Island have likely seen this plant grown to its full potential and witnessed its majestic presence. Learn More

A shrubby, upright slow growing beech that develops a congested framework of thin gray stems and deep brown cigar shaped buds. Deep green, rounded leaves are smaller than ‘Rotundifolia’ and adorn the plants during the growing season. A smattering of dried russet-tan leaves remain intact on plants through the winter months adding color and interest during the toughest of gardening seasons. Discovered in the 1960’s as a chance seedling at England’s famed Hillier’s Nursery. Learn More

A distinctive and rare form of European beech that has been cultivated for more than a century. The sizeable, irregularly branched plants don alluring deep green leaves that are crinkled and congested in tufts along thin wiry stems. Plants are certainly a dramatic departure from the straight species yet add a whimsical and intriguing presence to the garden. 30’ Learn More

A tall, very columnar form of European beech with a bright golden spring flush that transitions to fresh lime-green as the season progresses. A brilliant structural form for a confined space or where a fastigate plant is required. 20-30' Learn More

A fastigate beech with deep purple-black foliage. Plants form a tall, narrow tree in time and show best coloration in full sun locations. 20-30' Learn More

The slowest growing of the beeches we currently offer showcasing incised, fine-textured, rich green leaves that bare a remarkable resemblance to those of F. sylvatica ‘Asplenifolia’. Like many members of the genus the foliage takes on rich rusty-bronze tones in autumn and persists through much of winter. Plants average around 4” of growth annually developing into 4’ densely branched shrubs in many years. Learn More

A most unique, weeping specimen tree developing into an enormous, shapely mound of drooping branches and hanging branchlets that sweep towards the ground. Large plants are a magical sight to behold. Children and adults alike can't stop themselves from exploring the hidden playground beneath the canopy. Learn More

A supreme specimen tree with elegant arching and cascading branches cloaked with dark purple-bronze foliage. Similar to other purple weeping forms but tends to maintain a narrower canopy and overall shape. Learn More