Black Swan weeping purple beech

This beautiful purple weeper has cascading branches covered with dark purple foliage throughout late spring and summer.

Similar to another clone, Purple Fountain, Fagus sylvatica Black Swan has larger leaves and a more regular habit.

Like all Fagus, free-draining loaming soil gives the best results, and the domed architectural shape of this tree at maturity makes it a great tree to see in a garden.

There aren’t many purple weeping trees on the market, and we rate this one to be the best. Also known as Weeping Purple Beech, Fagus sylvatica Black Swan is a great tree for providing contrast against a lighter background. However, take care to plant it on the extremity of your garden. Dark foliage draws the eye, so if it is at the forefront of your planting mix, you won’t readily notice what lies behind it.

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Mature height: 12-17m

Common names

Black Swan weeping purple beech

Height of tree

7-12m

Soil type

Well drained, Chalk/Alkaline, Acidic

Shape

Weeping

Foliage Colour

Red/Purple

Looks good in

Summer

Location

Garden, Parkland

Genus

Fagus