Fagus sylvatica 10 PCS fresh seeds, European beech seeds, Common beech, Beechnuts, Beech tree seeds, Nuts seeds, Organic seeds, Non GMO

🌱 Fagus sylvatica — European Beech, Common Beech, Beechnuts, Beech Tree Seeds

We offer 10 PCS of fresh Fagus sylvatica seeds, a deciduous tree species from the Fagaceae family. Our seeds are organic, non-GMO, and perfect for gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers.

🌿 Botanical Description

Fagus sylvatica is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30-50 m tall with a slender columnar trunk up to 1.5 m in diameter. The young shoots are light brown with whitish lentils, initially fluffy, later naked, and characteristically cranked. The branches are round, glabrous, reddish-gray with clearly visible lentils, especially on older branches. The bark on young trunks is grayish-brown, on old ones it is gray, often with scales, smooth and thin, remaining so throughout life.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in autumn or early spring. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: fertile, well-draining, pH 6.0-7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: regular watering, fertilize in spring.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Fagus sylvatica is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and rainfall. Typical habitats include deciduous forests, woodlands, and mountainous regions.

✨ Interesting Facts

Beech nuts are edible after frying and rich in fat, containing more than 40% fat, which consists of 75% unsaturated fatty acids and carbohydrates. They are used in cooking, butter, bakery, and industrial production. Beech oil is not inferior in quality to Provencal oil. The nut harvest takes place in September-October.

🪴 Plant Care

Regular watering, fertilization in spring, and pruning in winter will ensure the health and growth of your Fagus sylvatica tree.