This tree has a strong upright habit especially when young, and will grow from 35-50ft. It has wavy fringed purple leaves that are similar in shape to oak leaves. It can grow 1-2ft per year.

This native plant needs plenty of space as it grows to form a tall wide spreading tree. The young leaves are light green turning to a coppery colour in the Autumn. It is often used to form an excellent hedge. Needs a well drained soil and will grow well on chalk soils. ..ALSO SEE OUR HEDGING SECTION.

Tall, spreading, tree with smooth silver-grey bark and purple leaves turning coppery in Autumn. Hardy. Makes a good hedge which retains its leaves over winter.

Height 10m

Spread 5m

This is a tall columnar tree, which broadens with age. Good for lining avenues or streets.

Golden yellow in colour turning to a yellow-green colour in late Summer, this makes a tidy narrow tree.

This makes a narrow colomnar tree with striking deep purple foliage.