Nothofagus menziesii

Silver Beech, Tawhai

Features

• Silver bark with upright to drooping branches.
• Bronze stems on new growth.
• Small mid green foliage.
• Most shade tolerant beech.
• Foliage slightly denser than other beeches.

Uses

• Suitable for planting in medium to large gardens and parks.
• Small leaves and soft flowing branches make it an ideal contrast for other native plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Very wind and frost hardy.
• Moderately coastal hardy.
• Will tolerate dry to very moist soils.
• Full sun to partial shade.