From planting to harvest

In which location do beeches grow best?

Beeches grow easily in almost any location. They even do well in the shade.

What should the soil be like?

Beeches do not tolerate dry soils or waterlogging. A loose soil that is moderately rich in nutrients is enough for the tree.

The best way to create a forest floor climate is to collect beech leaves and spruce needles and shred them Garden soil mix in.

When is the best time to plant?

Like all trees, beeches are planted in autumn. Then the risk of the seedlings drying out is lowest. However, young plants need light winter protection if the temperatures drop too much.

What is the planting distance?

Small beeches should have at least three feet of space to other plants so that they can develop well. Later, the planting distance no longer plays a role.

How are beeches planted?

Dig a planting hole large enough to hold all of the roots. Plant the beeches deep enough that the roots are well covered. Scatter a layer of forest soil or leaf soil under the tree.

In windy locations it can be helpful if you tie the young beech to support pillars.

How are beeches propagated?

The propagation takes place via the Beechnuts. Collect The fruits in September on and sow Put them in the growing bed in the garden.

When are beechnuts ready for harvest?

• Flowering time April / May
• Harvest time September
• Tree age at least 40 years
• Size Income only every seven years

Beechnuts only grow on trees that are more than 40 years old. They are ready for harvest in September and can be collected. However, not all of them are included Edible beechnuts Seeds.

Beeches produce very high harvests in a year. In the following five to seven years, however, they develop only a few beechnuts.

Tips & Tricks

Beechnuts are slightly poisonous, because they contain fagin, hydrogen cyanide and oxalic acid. You must therefore not consume larger quantities raw. Especially for children and dogs consumption can cause serious poisoning.