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Fagus sylvatica Tortuosa

Contorted Beech (Parasol Beech)

It has a truly artistic form with dark green foliage and twisted or contorted branches and trunk. It will add winter interest and no two specimens are the same.

  • »  Small tree with unusual twisted or tortuous branches and trunk
  • »  Broad rounded or umbrella-like shape
  • »  Dark green foliage
  • »  Adds winter interest to the garden
  • »  No two specimens are the same

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  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:250-300 cm
  • Spread:250-300 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Edible
• Fall Color
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Fagus sylvatica 'Tortuosa'

European beech thrive in a rich, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. Very little pruning is necessary to maintain its shape.