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Dawyck Purple Beech

Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple'

Category: Deciduous Tree • Beech

Dawyck Purple Beech features stunning purple leaves and a narrow form, perfect for accenting gardens.

Mature Height: Up to 50 feet
Mature Width: 10-15 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Dawyck Purple Beech is a tall, narrow deciduous tree known for its striking purple foliage. It adds vertical interest to landscapes and is often used as a specimen tree.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Thrives in moist conditions and benefits from a sheltered location.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Striking purple foliagetall and narrow growth habit

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for vertical spaces and narrow gardens. Provides excellent color contrast in landscapes.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Dawyck Purple Beech a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

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