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Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell'

Also Known As

  • Cockleshell European Beech

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 25'
  • W: 20'

planting zones

  • 4a-7b

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Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell' plant details

Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 25 FT tall
Flowers: cream and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell'

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unique and finely textured, the rounded "cockleshell" foliage as well as its fine columnar habit, makes this tall tree special. S-PSh/M
Dark green, small glossy leaves are nearly round and are set against smooth, gray bark. One of my favorite beeches.
Slow growing somewhat columnar form, glossy, round green leaves.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell' plant

How to Grow Fagus sylvatica 'Cockleshell'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 35'

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