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Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' | Purple Beech
The Highlights
  • Deep purple foliage that darkens to nearly black in summer
  • Elegant, upright growth habit, perfect for specimen planting
  • Provides excellent autumn colour, with leaves turning coppery-bronze
  • Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil
 
Description
  • A large, deciduous tree with a majestic presence, Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' is renowned for its rich, dark purple leaves that provide a stunning contrast in any garden.
  • The foliage darkens to an almost black hue in summer, before turning a beautiful coppery-bronze in autumn.
  • Grows to over 12m tall and 8-15m wide, making it ideal for large gardens and parkland settings.
  • Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
 
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Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' | Purple Beech

SKU: OT-0093
£0.00 Regular Price
£104.76Sale Price
  • Eventual Height:  Over 12m

    Eventual Spread:

    		 8-15m
    Foliage Colour: Deep purple turning coppery-bronze in autumn
    Habit: Upright and spreading
    Hardiness: Fully hardy

     

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