Nothofagus antarctica (Antarctic Beech, Nire)


Botanical Information

FamilyNothofagaceae
GenusNothofagus
Speciesantarctica
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginNative to Chile and Argentina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6b - 7a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-20 - (-15)
Temperature (°F)-4 - 5
Height12 m
Spread8 m

Description and Growing Information

ShapeColumnar and upright.
LandscapeLow maintenance architectural gardens.
PropagationSeed sown in a seedbed in autumn.
CultivationPrefers full sun. Plant in moist but well-drained slightly acidic soil.
PestsRoot rot may be a problem.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
Bark/Stem DescriptionMulti-stemmed.
Leaf DescriptionSmall leaves with crinkly margins.
Flower DescriptionFlowers appear solitary or in threes.
Colour DescriptionThe leaves are dark green that turn yellow in autumn.

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