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Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea Tricolor



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Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea Tricolor
Tricolor European beech

One of the most beautiful of the beeches for its foliage effects, this variegated selection features purple leaves with a delicate light pink to slightly reddish borders. This small tree should be sited in partial shade to avoid scorching of the leaf margins. It also goes under the name of 'Roseo-marginata'

Habit:Oval, less formal than the species
Size:20-30' high
Color:Purplish with a slight pinkish red cast

 
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