American Beech 70×50

Spring/Summer: Dark green foliage Fall: Golden bronze foliage color Winter: Smooth, silvery-gray bark provides visual interest

Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily) to partial shade (4-6 hours daily) Soil Needs: Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil Watering: Average water needs (1 inch per week through rainfall and/or irrigation) Fertilization: Apply 1 pound of balanced fertilizer per 100 square feet in early spring Pruning: Little pruning needed Prune in summer or early fall to maintain structure Planting: Best planted in late winter or early spring as a bare-root specimen Soak roots overnight before planting

Shade Tree: Provides deep shade, suitable for large, park-like landscapes Specimen Tree: Ideal for large properties as a focal point Hedge: Can be used as a hedge, though less common due to its size and growth rate Ornamental: Smooth bark and fall foliage make it an attractive ornamental tree Wildlife Value: Attracts birds, game birds, small mammals, and songbirds with its edible nuts