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Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole'

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 30'-40'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole' plant details

Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This tree has a really nice yellowish/white marbling on typical-sized green leaves. A very uncommon variegated form named by George Okken.
Yellow to white marbling on typical sized beech leaves. Found by the late nurseryman George Okken. Rare in the trade.

Gardening facts about Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole' plant

How to Grow Fagus sylvatica 'Nicole'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • green
    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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