A beautiful
cultivar of the European beech, its graceful cut leaves give
the tree a fern-like appearance. To see a beautiful example
of this tree, visit the outdoor garden at Phipps Conservatory
and Botanical Gardens.
Height: 50’-60’ with
a rounded crown of spreading branches which extend almost to
the ground.
Leaves: 2”-4” long,
1”-2” wide. Lustrous dark green, turning golden brown
in autumn.
Habitat: Tolerant
of most soil types. Hardy in cooler climates.
