Red Obelisk European Beech

Short Overview
Red Obelisk European Beech is a narrow, upright cultivar of European beech valued for its deep purple foliage and strong columnar form. It is primarily used as a specimen tree or vertical accent in landscapes where space is limited but visual impact is desired.

Key Characteristics

• Plant type: Deciduous tree (Fagus sylvatica cultivar ‘Red Obelisk’)
• Foliage color: Deep purple to reddish-purple leaves, retaining color through most of the growing season
• Leaf form: Oval to elliptic leaves with smooth margins, typical of European beech
• Growth habit: Strongly upright, columnar to narrowly oval
• Bark: Smooth, gray bark characteristic of beech trees
• Mature size: Typically reaches about 12–15 m (40–50 ft) in height and 3–4 m (10–13 ft) in spread

General Growing Notes

• Light: Performs best in full sun to partial shade
• Water: Requires regular moisture, especially during establishment; does not tolerate prolonged drought
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; performs best in slightly acidic to neutral soils
• Care considerations: Minimal pruning required; pruning, if needed, is best done during dormancy

Note: Foliage color intensity, growth rate, and mature size may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.