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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days, [longer stratification,150 days, can increase germination ]

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: Bulgaria, Greece, Iran, Krym, North Caucasus, South European Russi, Transcaucasus, Turkey, Turkey-in-Europe

Introduced to: Sweden

Native

Introduced

Fagus orientalisFagus orientalis

Oriental Beech

In Stock: 12.665 lb (Total:12.665lb)

Fagus orientalis

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12.66 lb

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,485

Quantity:

12.66 lb

Collected in:

Azerbaijan

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834277

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days, [longer stratification,150 days, can increase germination ]

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: Bulgaria, Greece, Iran, Krym, North Caucasus, South European Russi, Transcaucasus, Turkey, Turkey-in-Europe

Introduced to: Sweden

Native

Introduced

Discover the majestic Oriental Beech (Fagus orientalis), a stunning deciduous tree native to the lush forests of Eastern Europe, Turkey, and the Caucasus region. Thriving in well-drained, fertile soils, this towering giant can reach heights of up to 130 ft, with a smooth grey bark and lush green foliage that turns golden each autumn. Adapted to warmer, drier climates, it flourishes at altitudes from 1,640 to 7,200 ft, often in mixed woodlands. Fagus orientalis is incredibly shade-tolerant and distinguished by its heavy, hard, reddish-brown wood, making it a prime choice for fuelwood, particleboards, furniture, veneer, and more. Despite its slender native range in the Balkans, it shares close ties with the common beech, blending their herbivore assemblages. With a rapid growth rate, especially as a sapling, its crown is more upright and pointed than that of Fagus sylvatica, boasting diagonally placed branches that create a dense canopy. Ideal as a park tree, it thrives in humus-rich soil and is moderately wind-tolerant, making it a versatile and valuable asset for diverse landscaping needs.