Description
Best grown in deep, rich, moist but well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Intolerant of wet, poorly drained soils. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
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‘Purple Fountain’ is a deciduous, columnar, dark-leaved tree with bronze-purple, wavy margined leaves and cascading branches. Leaves become more green as summer wears on. A great specimen tree for small yards and narrow spaces. Fall color is yellow, then orange-brown. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
Best grown in deep, rich, moist but well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Intolerant of wet, poorly drained soils. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
| Common Name | Purple Fountain Weeping Beech |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain' |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Light Requirements | Full sun to part shade |
| Height | 15'-30' |
| Width | 5'-15' |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | Dark Purple, green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Size | 25 gallon, 45 gallon |