Common Name
European Beech
Scientific Name
Fagus sylvatica
Cultivar
'Riversii'
Hardiness Zone
4a [-25 to -30]
Tolerances
Drought
Moderate
Poor Drainage
Intolerant
Alkaline Soil
Moderate
Salt
Intolerant
Shade
Moderate
Air Pollution
Tolerant
Soil Volume
20
Planting Area
- Large
Features of Interest
Fall Foliage
Winter Interest
Form
Upright oval
Mature Height
50 feet
Crown Spread
40 feet
Limitations
- Problems with excessive sucker growth
Additional Information
More tolerant of urban soil conditions than American Beech - avoid wet soils. Many cultivars exist with options for size, leaf color, and form.