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Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' Tree

Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' Tree

Purple Beech 'Riversii' Trees

Regular price From £75
Sale price From £75 Regular price £90
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Mature standard tree
Mature standard tree
1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top
Single stem tree
Single stem tree
Classic tree with one trunk
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Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' tree

Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' Tree

Purple Beech 'Riversii' Trees

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Planting & Care
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Key features

Awards
Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit
Final size
Final size 10 x 6 metres in 20 years
Foliage
Foliage Red in spring, black-purple in summer, golden-bronze in autumn
Eco benefits
Eco benefits Good carbon storage, wildlife haven
Position
Position Full sun to part shade
Soil
Soil Grows well in all but very wet soils

Description

Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' is often considered the best purple Beech clone and has some of the darkest foliage of the Fagus family. The large leaves begin red and turn to a deep, almost black purple when planted in full sun. The foliage then turns bronze, red and gold in the autumn.

The tree itself is broadly spreading, reaching 10 x 6 metres in 20 years but can be kept smaller by pruning if desired. This stunning purple leaved Beech tree is tolerant of exposure and will grow in most soils except wet. Where the space is available,  'Rivers Purple' makes an astonishing grand looking feature.

AKA Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' Rivers Purple beech, Dark Purple beech

Planting Steps

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £10 £12 £35 from £55
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK

Product Details

Key features

Awards
Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit
Final size
Final size 10 x 6 metres in 20 years
Foliage
Foliage Red in spring, black-purple in summer, golden-bronze in autumn
Eco benefits
Eco benefits Good carbon storage, wildlife haven
Position
Position Full sun to part shade
Soil
Soil Grows well in all but very wet soils

Description

Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' is often considered the best purple Beech clone and has some of the darkest foliage of the Fagus family. The large leaves begin red and turn to a deep, almost black...

Fagus sylvatica 'Rivers Purple' is often considered the best purple Beech clone and has some of the darkest foliage of the Fagus family. The large leaves begin red and turn to a deep, almost black purple when planted in full sun. The foliage then turns bronze, red and gold in the autumn.

The tree itself is broadly spreading, reaching 10 x 6 metres in 20 years but can be kept smaller by pruning if desired. This stunning purple leaved Beech tree is tolerant of exposure and will grow in most soils except wet. Where the space is available,  'Rivers Purple' makes an astonishing grand looking feature.

AKA Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' Rivers Purple beech, Dark Purple beech

Planting & Care

Planting Steps

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

Delivery Information

Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £10 £12 £35 from £55
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK