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Fagus sylvatica

'Riversii'


Riversii Purple Leaved European Beech




Origin:  In the Atropurpurea group.
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Often called purpurea, Riversii is an intense purple form, with the new shoots in spring almost black in colour. It is a majestic tree that reach over 25m and can be over 10m across. Suited to the lighter soils where positive drainage is a must, it will however flourish on the heavy clay soils on my home if the above mentioned condition is met. An estate tree that must be given ample room for your ancestors to enjoy.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Fagaceae
Genus
Fagus
Species
sylvatica
Cultivar
'Riversii'
Category
Woody
Type
Tree (deciduous)
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
6b - 7a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
6b
RHS Hardiness Zone
H6 (observed growing well in H7)
Temperature (°C)
-20 to -15
Temperature (°F)
4 - 5
Height
20 m
Spread
10 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
April
General Description
Large, broad canopied deciduous tree.
Landscape
Hedging and as a specimen plant.
Cultivation
In sun grown in well-drained soil.
Growth
Slow
ID Characteristic
Large deep purple, elliptic leaves.
Pests
Aphids.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Propagation
Grafting.
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