Majestic American Beech Tree with vibrant green foliage against blue sky

American Beech Tree

1-2 Feet / 25
$69.99
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Majestic American Beech Tree with vibrant green foliage against blue sky
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American Beech Tree

$69.99 Unit price $2.80 each
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Ship Date: Ships in November 2026

Quick Facts

Exposure: Full Sun

Height at Maturity: Over 25 Feet

Usage: Landscaping

Shipped As: Bare-root

Planting Zones: 2-7

Product Details

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The American beech tree is a stunning native to North America. It originated in the hardwood forests of the eastern seaboard and became a favorite across most U.S.D.A. growing zones. Today, it flourishes from the woods of Maine to northern Florida, west as far as Oklahoma, and across Texas to the Mexican border.

American Beech Trees Prefer Full Sun

As a forest native, it prefers full sun to a partially shaded spot in your yard. It also loves rich, woodsy soil and sufficient moisture without overwatering.

Drought-Tolerant  

Once it establishes its roots, this tree requires little to no care and can survive on minimal rainfall. But first, you would do well to amend the soil with hardwood mulch and give it about an inch of water each week. After it matures, it is drought-tolerant, heat-tolerant, cold-tolerant, and disease-resistant.

Heights 60-80 Feet Tall

This Tree is a medium-height type with a mature height of sixty to eighty feet, and a canopy measuring forty to sixty feet across. The crown forms an attractive and vibrant domed shape. The trunk can reach as much as three feet in diameter and has a relatively smooth, attractive gray bark.

American Beech Tree Appearance

The oblong leaves of this tree alternate on the zig-zag stem. They measure up to five inches long and two or three inches wide. They have toothy margins and tend to cluster towards the tips of the branches. The leaves are deep, glossy, and lighter green on the bottom.

If you want a truly majestic shade tree, consider this tree. The full name is American beech, Fagus grandifolia. It’s found all over the eastern United States and even up into Nova Scotia. Like the European beech, mature trees are massive—reaching impressive heights. It thrives best in drained soil because of its deep root system. It has male and female flowers and produces nuts. Unfortunately, it faces threats like scale insects, beech bark disease, and the newer beech leaf disease. Its wood is valuable—beech lumber is used for things like steam bending, comparable to sugar maple. The American Beech Tree is a stunning, but sensitive, addition.

Bare-root American Beech tree with slender brown trunk and exposed roots

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Ingrid Parks
Healthy Tree That Settled In Quickly

I was impressed with how well this American Beech was prepared. The roots were thick, hydrated, and tangle-free, and the branches were strong yet flexible. After planting, it adjusted immediately and is already showing the first signs of new leaf growth. Excellent quality and care from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery.

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Hope Conway
Strong, Healthy Tree Right Out of the Box

I was surprised at how fresh the tree looked when it arrived. The roots were damp and plentiful, and the young branches were flexible. It leafed out beautifully after planting.

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Felix Turner
Strong, Healthy Tree Right Out of the Box

I was surprised at how fresh the tree looked when it arrived. The roots were damp and plentiful, and the young branches were flexible. It leafed out beautifully after planting.

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Erica Bradford
Arrived Perfectly Packed and In Great Shape

The American Beech showed up carefully wrapped and still very fresh. The roots were full and hydrated, and the branches looked healthy with no damage at all. After planting, it adjusted quickly and began putting out small bronze leaves within days. I am very satisfied with the quality from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery.

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Ethan Monroe
Beautifies My Property

This American Beech arrived in great condition and transplanted easily. The buds are opening slowly, revealing soft new leaves. Wonderful addition to my yard.

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Ethan Monroe
Better Roots Than I Expected

The roots on this tree were far superior to any bare-root tree I’ve bought before. Thick, hydrated, and ready to grow. It leafed out faster than I anticipated.

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Diana Burke
Thriving Foliage and Strong, Healthy Roots

I planted it in a partially shaded corner, and it adapted quickly. The root system looked excellent straight out of the box, and I’m now seeing healthy, steady leaf development.

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Dean Holloway
Beautiful Form and Healthy Roots

This American Beech has a lovely natural shape even as a young tree. The roots were moist and full, and planting was easy. It has begun leafing out in a soft bronze shade I adore.

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Cathy Landry
Great Customer Care and Strong Tree

I asked a few questions after ordering, and the staff responded quickly and clearly. The tree came in pristine condition, with roots that looked ready to take off. It is already showing new growth.

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Carl Stephens
Healthy Tree, Speedy Service, Very Impressed

The tree was freshly packed and arrived still cool and hydrated. Once planted, it wasted no time waking up and producing new leaf buds. Really happy with this purchase.

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Brenda Kaufman
Nicely Packaged and Prompt Delivery

Shipping was fast, and the tree arrived in a sturdy box with no damage. The roots looked excellent, and the tree has already begun leafing. I would order again without hesitation.

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Blake Henderson
Strong Plant From the Start

I could tell when unboxing it that this Beech had been well cared for. The branches were pliable and not dried out. It settled into the soil quickly and is beginning to show tiny bronze leaves.

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Annette Browning
Better Than Expected for Bare Root

I have bought bare-root trees before, but this one arrived in the best condition yet. The roots were thick and lively, and the structure of the young beech was perfect. It is leafing beautifully now.

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Albert McDonald
Healthy Roots and Great Packaging

I was impressed by how carefully everything was packaged. The roots were moist and looked professionally prepared. After planting, the tree started swelling with new buds within a week.

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Alicia Harmon
Friendly Support and Excellent Tree Quality

Customer service helped me choose the right species for my shady yard. The tree came securely wrapped and in great shape. It has already started leafing out, which tells me the roots were strong.

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Adrian Whitman
Arrived Fresh and Full of Life

The American Beech I ordered showed up looking surprisingly vibrant for a bare-root tree. The roots were well-hydrated, and the branches were flexible. After planting, it pushed out tiny leaf buds within a few days. Very pleased.