Fagus

Fagus obligua

Fagaceae

Tree

Ornamental

About this plant

Fagus obligua is a deciduous ornamental tree that prefers part shade and medium water. It grows to a height of 15–25 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. The tree blooms in spring (April-May) with green and yellow flowers and prefers loamy, clay, or sandy soil. It attracts pollinators.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Clay, Sandy

Height

18–30 m

Spread

12–18 m

Zones

4–8

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Prefers part shade.
Water: Requires medium watering.
Soil: Adaptable to loamy, clay, and sandy soils.
Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 5–8.
Height: Typically grows 15–25 meters tall.
Bloom: Flowers appear in April and May, with green and yellow coloration.
Pollinators: Attracts pollinators.
Evergreen: No, it is deciduous.

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