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American Beech

American Beech fall

Overview

Scientific NameFagus americana
Common NameAmerican Beech
FamilyFagaceae
Year Planted1958
Average Tree SizeLarge
Growth RateModerate
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Water RequirementsMoist, Well-drained
Native RangeEastern North America
Hardiness Zone4 to 9
Season of InterestFall, Early Fall, Mid Fall, Late Fall
Supported WildlifeBirds, Small Mammals
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American Beech Map Location

Key
Green Deciduous TreeDeciduous Trees
Gold Deciduous TreeDeciduous Champion Trees
Green Coniferous TreeConiferous Trees
Gold Coniferous TreeConiferous Champion Trees
Green ShrubShrubs
Gold ShrubsChampion Shrubs
Compass indicating North is up

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