Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea'
Standard Copper Beech
Purple-leaved form of beech with stunning dark copper-purple foliage throughout summer. Provides excellent seasonal interest and screening.
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01672 861883The Purple Beech or Fagus sylvatica ‘Purpurea’ is one of the most visually striking native trees in the British Isles. With deep purple spring foliage that softens to copper-bronze through autumn, standard Copper Beech trees bring dramatic colour and presence to gardens, parkland and avenues. The retained copper-brown winter leaves add warmth and richness to the winter landscape.
Deciduous — retains copper-brown leaves through winter
Various sizes available
Clear stem with naturally formed crown
Distinctive deep purple to copper foliage
Available in pot or root-ball
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The Purple Beech or Fagus sylvatica ‘Purpurea’ is one of the most striking deciduous tree species used for standard tree planting. Distinguished by its deep purple foliage that emerges rich and dark in spring before softening to copper-bronze through autumn, Copper Beech is a bold and dramatic choice for parkland, avenues and specimen planting.
Standard Copper Beech trees are grown with a clear stem and a naturally formed or lightly shaped crown, making them ideal as individual specimen trees, avenue plantings or striking focal points within a landscape scheme. The dense canopy provides excellent shade in summer, and the retained copper-brown leaves offer rich winter colour.
Purple Beech grows well in most well-drained soils and tolerates full sun to partial shade. Its seasonal colour changes — from deep purple through copper to russet brown — make it one of the most rewarding specimen trees available.