Frisio Columnar Purple Beech

Fagus sylvatica ‘Frisio’ is a narrow, dense beech selected for its upright columnar crown and reddish-brown foliage. Its mature proportions are substantially larger than a small ornamental tree, so plan for a tall vertical accent with a moderate, rather than narrow-hedge, spread. ## Landscape Use Use it as a specimen or vertical focal point where its upright outline can be appreciated. [Van den Berk’s cultivar profile](https://www.vdberk.com/trees/fagus-sylvatica-frisio/) reports a mature height of 6–8 metres and width of 2–3 metres. Those ranges convert to about 20–26 feet tall and 7–10 feet wide; actual size depends on site and climate. ## Foliage and Flowers The leaves emerge reddish brown and turn yellow in autumn. Small yellow-green flowers appear in May, followed by brown fruits. The crown is described as dense and columnar, with average growth. ## Growing Conditions The cultivar profile lists loamy, sandy, peaty, and calcareous soils and indicates that the tree tolerates shade. Choose a well-drained site with enough overhead and lateral space for the mature crown. ## Maintenance Water deeply while the tree establishes, then monitor during prolonged dry weather. Preserve the natural leader and columnar shape; remove dead or damaged branches as needed.