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Red Obelisk European Beech

Red Obelisk European Beech

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A handsome, columnar, specimen tree with deep purple, crinkled foliage all season long. Its slow growth and naturally narrow form make it an ideal low maintenance tree for residential landscapes. Adds striking vertical interest to larger areas. Its smooth silver bark is an attractive element in winter scapes. Deciduous.

Category: Shade Tree
Botanical name: Fagus sylvatica 'Red Obelisk'
Height: 10-12
Width: 3
Water requirements: Medium
Sunlight: Full sun
Lowest hardiness zone for growth: 4
Shape: Columnar, Compact
Growth rate: slow
Bloom time: Insignificant
Level of maintenance: Low
Potential diseases: "Most problems are seen on the bark. Aphids, Borers, scales, Prevent the insect infestations by keeping trees healthy with regular fertilization. Certain caterpillars can be controlled with sprays of Bacillus thuringiensis . Insect identification allows proper spray recommendations to be made. DISEASES Several fungi, Powdery mildew, Bleeding,Cankers .During periods of high temperatures and low rainfall weeping Beech may scorch. Make sure trees are adequately watered. "
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