| | | Family | Fagaceae | | Plant Type | tree | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 24.5 m (50 - 80 ft) | | Spread | 12 - 24.5 m (40 - 80 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Showy fruit are produced by Fagus grandifolia (American beech). | | Typical Uses | Shade. | | Special Characteristics | In autumn, Fagus grandifolia is alight with fall colour. | | |