Fagus orientalis ‘Iskander’ (Oriental Beech 'Iskander')
£1,495.00 incl. VAT
Fagus orientalis ‘Iskander’ is very tall and slender. This elegantly fastigiate beech can reach 20m in height but only 6m across.
Hardiness level Green
The foliage remains a glossy green throughout the season before turning a golden yellow in the autumn. Young trees can retain their dead leave until they are pushed off by the emerging spring foliage the following year.
A tree that thrives in warm and dry areas, it does best on any well drained soil, any aspect in full sun.
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| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Dry / Well Drained, Loam, Moist / Well Drained, Sandy |
| Situation | Exposed (To wind and sun), Mild City Gardens, Sheltered Garden |
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FAQs
HOW FAST DOES FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ GROW?
40cm-50cm annually, depending on conditions.
HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’?
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. Water until established. Prune as required.
HOW TALL DOES FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ GROW?
20m over 50 years.
DOES FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ PREFER SUN OR SHADE?
Sun.
IS FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ AN INDOOR OR OUTDOOR PLANT?
Outdoor.
IS FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ SUITABLE FOR HEDGING?
No.
CAN FAGUS ORIENTALIS ‘Iskander’ BE GROWN IN POTS OR CONTAINERS?
No.
