red obelisk beech

The Red Obelisk Beech should be watered regularly and thoroughly, with 1-2 inches of water once a week during the spring and summer months, and less often in fall or winter. It's important to water deeply, using a gentle trickle or a soaker hose that will slowly saturate the soil to provide long-lasting moisture, especially during hot, dry weather. Make sure to water the ground around the tree without soaking the foliage, as wet foliage can cause disease. Be sure to check soil moisture levels before watering, and adjust the amount of water accordingly.

Red obelisk beech (Fagus sylvatica ‘Rohan Obelisk’) plants should receive full sun, or at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. They will tolerate some shade, but they thrive best when they receive consistent, bright light. The ideal amount of sunlight for Red Obelisk Beech plants will depend on the climate of the area in which they are being grown. In areas with shorter days and lower light levels, they may need up to 8 hours of direct sunlight during the peak of summer.

Red obelisk beech trees (Fagus sylvatica 'Rohan Obelisk') should be lightly pruned in late winter to keep the shape. They should be pruned minimally, removing only dead or damaged limbs. Only minor shaping should be done, such as light thinning of overly dense areas or removing crossing branches. Prune out any weak, inward-growing branches that could damage the tree's natural shape. Pruning should be done with sharp, clean pruners to avoid damaging the bark of the tree. Due to the slow growing nature of this cultivar, severe pruning should be avoided.