American Beech

 

Common Name	American Beech
Scientific Name	Fagus grandifolia
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site
Light Preference	Partial Sun, Full Shade
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	over 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	No
Comments	golden bronze fall color; excellent cavity, nest and seed tree for small mammals and birds; edible nuts eaten by turkey and other wildlife; shallow root system