Bringing the forest into your own home – this can be achieved to some extent with a beech tree in a pot. Whether it's a common beech, a hornbeam or even a copper beech, below you'll find out what you need to consider when planting and caring for it.
How do you care for a beech tree in a pot?
A beech tree in a pot should bewatered regularly, oncefertilized monthlyand if necessarycut become. She doesn't need any protection in winter. However, it is important to note that the beech tree is in a shaded location so that it is less stressed by heat.
What is a potted beech tree suitable for?
A beech in a pot, right from copper beech or hornbeam, is particularly suitable forgreeningand asscreeningforBalconiesandTerraces. The most commonly used is Fagus sylvatica (common beech).
In which location does the beech tree feel comfortable in the pot?
Give your potted beech ashaded to partially shadedlocation. Beech trees can grow in a sunny location. But they don't tolerate the heat there well in summer. In particular, the beech trees are not exposed to midday sun and, among other things, they become more susceptible to pests.
How big should the pot be for the beech tree?
The pot for the beech should contain at least7 litersand be30 cm deep so that the beech can develop its roots without any problems. It is best to plant your beech in the pot in autumn after the leaves have fallen or in spring. If necessary, you can repot the plant every year and shorten the roots if necessary.
Which substrate is suitable for the beech in the pot?
A substrate with aloamyand yetpermeable character is best suited for the beech in a pot. This gives it the opportunity to store water and use it in dry times. You are welcome to use conventional pot plant soil or universal soil. You should avoid using potting soil as it is too over-fertilized.
What is essential when watering the beech tree in the pot?
With regard to watering the beech tree in the pot, you should note that the soilnever dries out. It may well dry out, but should then be watered again. Both waterlogging and drought are poorly tolerated by common beech and hornbeam.
How should the beech tree in the pot be fertilized?
From Aprilanduntil Augustthe hornbeam or common beech can be grown in a potmoderately be supplied with fertilizer. Fertilizer for potted plants, for example in liquid form, is suitable, but long-term fertilizers are also a suitable choice. Fertilize the beech tree once a month.
Does the beech tree in the pot need a cut?
Your potted beech tree needsnot mandatory a cut. You can prune them depending on your preference. But it is recommended to cut them in February and, if necessary, again in early summer. With regular pruning you can create a beautiful bonsai or a dense hedge plant. Otherwise the beech will eventually become too big for any pot.
How frost-tolerant is the beech tree in the pot?
Normally the beech is hardy down to-20 °C and therefore does not require winter protection. However, if the temperatures are very low for several days, it is better to wrap your beech tree with fleece, for example.
Tip
Check beech trees for pests
Young beech trees are often susceptible to the beech aphid. If you can see a white coating on the leaves, this pest could be behind it.
