Fagus sylvatica atropunicea – Purple Beech

Fagus sylvatica atropunicea, often known as Purple Beech, is a majestic tree renowned for its rich, dark foliage and stately form. In spring, new leaves emerge a vibrant red-purple, deepening through summer to lustrous dark maroon that shimmers in the light. As autumn arrives, the foliage warms to coppery bronze, many leaves persisting on the branches into winter to give structure and seasonal screening.

This variety is typically grown as a specimen tree for parks, avenues, and large gardens, but it can also be clipped into an impressive hedge, offering the same density and structure as green beech while adding dramatic colour. Hardy, long-lived, and adaptable, it thrives in most well-drained soils and copes well in sun or partial shade.

Why Choose Fagus sylvatica atropunicea?

• Seasonal Beauty – Red-purple spring growth, dark summer foliage, copper autumn colour.

• Year-Round Structure – Retains dry leaves in winter for screening.

• Versatile – Grown as a specimen tree or clipped into a hedge.

• Hardy & Adaptable – Thrives in well-drained soils; long-lived and reliable.

Planting & Care Guide

• Position: Full sun to partial shade (best colour in sun).

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; avoid heavy, waterlogged ground.

• Planting: Suitable for single specimen planting or as part of a hedge.

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment.

• Pruning: Trim hedges in late summer; specimen trees need minimal pruning.

Copper Beech 200/225cm 20 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.