American beech is an aristocrat of the forest! A large, stately tree with light gray, smooth bark that can resemble an elephant's hide. Edible nuts are attractive to most wildlife and are produced at 2-8 year intervals. Slow growing. Climax forest tree. Prune for structure during the dormant season. Thin bark is susceptible to mechanical/animal damage. Protect during winter months with a tree guard or mesh fencing.

Nuts are enjoyed by many vertebrate species, including ruffed grouse, turkey, raccoon, fox, deer, rabbit, squirrel, opossum, and pheasant. Food plant for many Lepidoptera larvae, like Nymphalidae butterflies and Io moths.

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Price is for 1 tree | #5 Container

Height: 60' - 75' | Spread: 55' - 65'

Best performance on organically rich (acidic) loamy soils. Intolerant of flooding during the growing season.

• Cover for wildlife
• Nest site for birds
• Food for birds
• Food for mammals
• Food for caterpillars