Handsome, columnar tree with deep purple, crinkled foliage all season long. Slow growth and naturally narrow form make it an ideal low maintenance tree for residential landscapes. Adds striking vertical interest to larger areas. Smooth silver bark adds winter interest. Slow to reestablish after transplanting. Soil compaction sensitive. Botanical Name- Fagus sylvatica ‘Red Obelisk’ Pronunciation- FAY-gus sil-VAT-ih-kuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Charles Joly Common Lilac – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Nut-eating birds (blue jays, woodpeckers), shelter for insects Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Remove crossing or dead branches in winter; water deeply when dry and mulch to protect roots. Trimming Instructions- Light pruning in late winter to maintain shape and remove deadwood. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need. In clay, ensure deep watering and add organic matter. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Beech bark disease, aphids
