3. Oak Circle

Weeping Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula')

Winter silhouette. Photo: Romi Ige.

Planted at BBG in 1936, this weeping beech has grown over the years to become a shaggy colossus. This species initially grows upward, with its branches following a central, leading branch. In time the branches sag to the horizontal and finally grow downward. In summer the beech's plentiful leaves create a dense, shady cloak.

Notable Neighbors:

• 3A. Scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea)
• 3B. White oak (Quercus alba)
• 3C. Weeping beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula')
• 3D. Persian ironwood (Parrotia persica)