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Buy Fagus 'Prince of Darkness'

Also Known As

  • Fagus sylvatica x 'Prince of Darkness'
  • Prince of Darkness Hybrid Beech

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Fagus 'Prince of Darkness' plant details

Fagus 'Prince of Darkness' is a deciduous tree with burgundy and chocolate foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fagus 'Prince of Darkness'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and chocolate
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fagus 'Prince of Darkness'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deep purple hybrid with the darkest spring and summer foliage. By late summer becomes deep green. Golden-bronze in fall. Fagus taurica (syn. Fagus x moesiaca) x Fagus sylvatica 'Atropurpurea'

Gardening facts about Fagus 'Prince of Darkness' plant

How to Grow Fagus 'Prince of Darkness'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
    • chocolate
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Width: 3'-10'

  • sun
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  • sun - mostly shade
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