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American
colonists first recognized the beech because of its similarity
to the European beech. It is a truly handsome shade tree and
bears edible nuts which are a favorite of Pittsburgh’s
wildlife, especially turkeys, squirrels and raccoons. The wood
is also excellent for carving due to its longevity.
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| Height: 60’-80’ with
a crown of long, spreading horizontal branches. |
| Leaves: 2-1/2”-5” long,
1”-3” wide. Alternate, simple. Glossy dark green
above, light green and slightly hairy beneath, turning yellow
and brown in autumn. |
| Habitat: In
rich, moist soils of uplands and well drained lowlands; often
in pure stands from southern Ontario, south to Florida, west
to Texas. |
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