Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Gold' - 50-60 CM C5

Description
Brown fruits emerge from these from September. The golden-yellow shoots are also an interesting sight.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * tolerates pruning * golden yellow shoots * sensitive to late frost, cannot be planted over, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring.

Bark
Smooth bark.

Growth habit
Columnar, slender.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound closure agent to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Use
Solitary

Root
Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Gold' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.