Fagus sylvatica 'Cockelshell' (Columnar European Beech)

The Fagus sylvatica 'Cockelshell', also known as the Columnar European Beech, is a deciduous tree with a unique columnar shape. Its leaves are green and ovate, turning a beautiful golden-brown color in the autumn. This cultivar is known for its distinctive twisted and contorted branches, resembling the shell of a cockle. It is a slow-growing tree that adds architectural interest to any landscape.