Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' – Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret'

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Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' – Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret'

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'Swat Magret' is a large tree with a broad oval to round crown that can reach an ultimate height of 25 m or more. The bark is smooth and grey in colour. The oval to ovoid leaves sprout deep red and turn intense brownish red to blackish red during summer. 'Swat Magret' was selected in 1895 by G. Frahm, Elmshorn, Germany, because of its, compared to other red beeches, very large leaves and very dark leaf colour. At 10-13 cm long, the leaves are indeed somewhat larger than usual. The leaf edges are remarkably wavy. Suitable for use as avenue and park tree, but also as a hedge plant. Thrives best in well-drained, not too wet, humus-rich soils. Moderately wind resistant. Hardiness zone: 5b
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Specifications
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Height
20-25 m
Width
15-20m
Crown
round/spherical, half-open crown
Bark and branches
grey
Leaf
reddisch brown
Flowers
yellowgreen, flowers in May
Fruits
brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil, calcareous soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5b (-26,0 to -23,4 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree calcareous soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) oval 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown reddish brown yellowgreen average growing non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret'

Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' can eventually reach a height of 20-25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20-25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Fagus sylvatica 'Swat Magret' blooms in may.
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