Fagus sylvatica 'Asplenifolia' – Fern Leaf Beech

20140826-Fern Leaf Beech (1)
Spring View
20140826-Fern Leaf Beech (2)
Foliage View
  • 20140826-Fern Leaf Beech (1)
  • 20140826-Fern Leaf Beech (2)

Deeply cut leaves are unlike any other beech and give the tree a willowy appearance. Many gardeners are surprised this tree is a beech because leaves are so different from the species, but silvery-gray trunk is a dead giveaway. Graceful and majestic.

Height:50 ft
Spread:40 ft
Shape:Oval
Flower:Inconspicuous
Foliage:Green
Fall Color:Bronze
Species:Fagus - Beech
Hardiness Zone: 5