{"product_id":"green-beech-fagus-sylvatica","title":"Green Beech (fagus sylvatica)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative deciduous tree, majestic and long-lived (up to 300+ years), growing to 30–40m with a broad, domed crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning seasonal display: fresh green spring leaves, deep green summer foliage, golden-copper autumn colour retained through the winter on small trees and hedges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for formal hedging – dense, stock-proof, and responds well to clipping; also superb as specimen trees or in woodland planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports wildlife: beech mast (nuts) feeds birds, mice and squirrels; dense canopy provides nesting sites; leaves support moth caterpillars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerant of most well-drained soils (including chalk); wind-resistant once established; retains an elegant presence year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun to partial shade; deep, fertile, well-drained soil (dislikes heavy clay or waterlogged sites); ample space required – not suitable for small gardens unless constantly trimmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig a large hole twice the root ball width; incorporate organic matter in poor or shallow soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check soil mark on trunk); stake young trees in exposed sites; firm in, water deeply, mulch base (keep clear of trunk).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly first few years during dry spells; minimal pruning (winter for trees, summer\/autumn for hedges); protect from rabbits\/deer; low-maintenance once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"15-30cm","offer_id":58457588597080,"sku":null,"price":0.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-50cm","offer_id":58457588629848,"sku":null,"price":1.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58457588662616,"sku":null,"price":1.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60-80cm","offer_id":58457588695384,"sku":null,"price":2.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"80-100cm","offer_id":58457588728152,"sku":null,"price":2.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100-125cm","offer_id":58457588760920,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_6148.jpg?v=1789934280","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/green-beech-fagus-sylvatica","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}