Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea'
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Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea'

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Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea', commonly known as purple beech, is a stately deciduous tree valued for its rich, dark foliage and classic beech form. The leaves emerge deep purple in spring, creating strong contrast in the landscape, before gradually developing darker green-purple tones through summer. In autumn, the foliage turns coppery brown and often remains on the tree into winter, adding extended seasonal interest.
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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
Eventual Height
  • 8-12m
Flowering Month
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Deciduous

How to care for Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea'

Light:
Full sun to partial shade; foliage colour is richest in full sun.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil; prefers fertile, neutral to slightly acidic soils. Avoid waterlogged or very dry sites.

Water:
Water regularly while establishing; drought-tolerant once established but benefits from moisture in prolonged dry periods.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required; remove dead or crossing branches in winter if needed.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy throughout the UK; very tolerant of cold winters.

Feeding:
Low feeding needs; a spring mulch is usually sufficient.

Notes

Deciduous tree or shrub with a broad, spreading habit.

Grown for its deep purple foliage.

Leaves emerge dark purple in spring, often softening to purple-green or bronzed tones in summer.

Autumn colour is coppery to brown, with leaves often persisting into winter (marcescent).

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