{"product_id":"american-beech-tree","title":"American Beech Tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eAmerican Beech (Fagus grandifolia)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe American Beech is a stately, long-lived deciduous tree known for its elegant, graceful form and distinctive, smooth silvery-gray bark that retains its appearance even as the tree ages. Often considered a \"forest aristocrat,\" this native species serves as an iconic part of eastern North American landscapes. Its dark green, glossy leaves provide dense shade in the summer and transform into beautiful golden-bronze hues in the fall, frequently persisting on the branches well into the winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe Ecological Footprint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWildlife Sanctuary:\u003c\/b\u003e An essential species for biodiversity, providing critical habitat and cover for various mammals and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Berry Buffet:\u003c\/b\u003e Produces small, triangular, edible beechnuts enclosed in a prickly husk that serve as a vital, nutrient-rich food source for wildlife, including squirrels, raccoons, black bears, and game birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLegacy Species:\u003c\/b\u003e Known for extreme longevity, these trees can live for 200–400 years, slowly developing majestic, buttressed trunks with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Architect:\u003c\/b\u003e Its wide-spreading, horizontal branches create a beautiful, rounded canopy that defines the character of many woodland landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Honest Harvest (What to Expect)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Perks:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers exceptional year-round aesthetic appeal, from its \"elephant hide\" bark to its persistent autumn foliage; provides high-quality shade for large spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Caveats:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a slow-growing tree that requires patience to reach maturity. It is intolerant of compacted, wet, or flooded soils, as well as salt and pollution. It has a shallow root system, making it difficult to grow grass underneath, and is sensitive to root zone disturbance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eFagus grandifolia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e American Beech\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/b\u003e 50–80 feet (can reach up to 120+ feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 40–80 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 200–400 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChill Hours:\u003c\/b\u003e Not typically cited (standard winter dormancy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSun Preference:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun to partial shade; highly shade tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers deep, rich, moist, and well-drained soils; acidic to neutral pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.0–6.5 (preferred)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,11,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,11,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate to high; requires consistent moisture but intolerant of standing water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/b\u003e Yellowish-green; inconspicuous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,13,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,13,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFruit Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Small, triangular nut in a prickly husk; produced in 2–8 year intervals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePollinators:\u003c\/b\u003e Wind-pollinated (monoecious)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Open, spreading, rounded to oval canopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,16,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,16,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires large areas for mature spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLandscape Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Specimen tree, large lawns, parks, woodland landscapes, wildlife gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,18,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Low; avoid wounding the bark or disturbing the root zone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHydration:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide regular, deep watering, especially during the first few years to help the tree establish its shallow root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSiting:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose a spacious location with rich, moist, well-drained soil; ensure there is adequate room for its eventual size as it does not transplant well once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMulching:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply organic mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and protect the shallow roots, but keep mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/b\u003e Once planted, it is best to leave the tree undisturbed, as it is extremely susceptible to drought and root zone compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep pruning to a minimum, as the tree is prone to decay if wounded; if necessary, prune only in summer or early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally not required in rich, healthy soils; avoid heavy chemical fertilizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ATM Gardens","offers":[{"title":"1-2ft","offer_id":51661079904551,"sku":"ST16811","price":41.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3ft","offer_id":51661079937319,"sku":"ST16822","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/9094\/0711\/files\/AMERBEECH13.jpg?v=1784321231","url":"https:\/\/atmgardens.com\/products\/american-beech-tree","provider":"ATM Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}