Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' Batch No:176324 or white stemmed birch

or white stemmed birch

Tree is self-fertile but a neighbouring cherry does improve crop

Best in a fairly light

In autumn clusters of small red fruits decorate the tree

A very robust variety which is easy to grow

Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple' Batch No:176324 or white stemmed birchDeciduous. Narrow and upright form of Beech with deep purple foliage which phases to red and orange tones in autumn. Very useful for bringing interest and structure to a planting scheme, especially when planted in repetition. For best colour grow in full sun. Tolerant of a wide range of well drained soils including chalk, but excluding heavy clay. Shallow rooting. Prune in late winter early spring if needed. A shallow rooting tree.