Beech



Magnificent, large, deciduous tree that is an important economic forestry tree. Grows to a maximum height of 40m and matures at 120 years. It likes chalky soils and limestone but tolerant of a wide range of soils and conditions up to 300m. Found naturally in Southern England to Gloucestershire and a few localities in South Wales. Not native to Ireland but found throughout most of Europe except Spain, Former USSR, Norway and Sweden.


Ash
Common Oak
Field Maple
Small Leaved Lime
Beech
Copper Beech
Walnut
Horse Chestnut


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