The Fagus Sylvatica Purpurea Instant Hedge, more commonly known as Purple Beech, is an elegant, ornamental hedging solution that brings deep, dramatic foliage to formal and informal planting schemes alike. Supplied exclusively by Green-tech in 1-metre troughs, each unit contains 5 well-established plants at 70–90cm in height with strong 20–25cm root balls for successful establishment.
Featuring rich purple-bronze leaves in spring and summer that transition to coppery hues in autumn and winter, Purple Beech offers year-round structure and interest. Like its green-leaved counterpart, it retains dead leaves during winter for continued screening, making it ideal for privacy hedging in domestic gardens, estates, and public green spaces.
An excellent choice for professionals seeking a standout instant hedging solution that combines ornamental value with robust performance in the UK climate.
Features and Benefits
Striking Foliage Colour: Deep purple leaves turn coppery, creating year-round visual interest.
Semi-Evergreen Screening: Retains dead leaves in winter for consistent privacy.
Instant Hedging Format: Pre-grown in 1m troughs, offering immediate boundary impact.
UK Climate Tolerant: Performs well in most well-drained soils and British weather.
Perfect for High-End Landscaping: Adds prestige and colour to any planting scheme.
Applications
Ornamental borders and garden features
Property boundaries and privacy screening
Formal estate hedging and pathways
Colour-contrast plantings in public parks
High-spec landscaping schemes
Specification
Pack Size: 5 plants per 1m trough
Trough Length: 1 metre
Plant Height: 70–90cm
Root Ball Diameter: 20–25cm
Growth Form: Deciduous hedging with semi-evergreen characteristics
Seasonality: Available throughout the dormant and active growing seasons
Planting and Aftercare Instructions
Planting Out of the Trough:
Dig a trench double the width of the root balls and equal depth.
Carefully remove plants from the trough and place in the trench 30–40cm apart.
Backfill using a mix of nutrient-rich topsoil and compost.
Water in thoroughly and firm down gently.
Aftercare:
Water deeply during dry spells, especially in the first two years.
Use mulch around the base to retain moisture and control weeds.
Prune lightly in late summer to encourage dense form and keep shape.
Avoid planting in poorly draining or waterlogged areas.
Important Notes & Customer Responsibility
These instant hedges are natural living plants, and as such, their appearance will vary seasonally.
Winter: Expect some leaf loss in deciduous varieties and reduced foliage density as plants enter dormancy. This is a natural part of their life cycle and does not indicate poor health.
Spring and Summer: With warmer temperatures, hedges will regrow leaves and fill out, displaying vibrant, dense foliage as they actively grow.
Watering and aftercare are critical for successful establishment and long-term growth. Insufficient watering, especially during dry spells or immediately after planting, can affect plant health and development. Proper aftercare includes:
Regular watering, especially during the first year
Applying a suitable fertiliser or hedge feed in early spring and mid-summer to promote healthy growth
Occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage density
Because these are living plants that respond to environmental conditions, Green-tech cannot accept returns once the plants have been delivered.
Our instant hedges provide an immediate, effective solution for screening, privacy, and boundary definition. While they offer instant coverage, please remember they are still maturing and will continue to fill out and strengthen over time with proper care. Delivery Information
All instant hedge orders are delivered on pallets via heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). To ensure a smooth delivery, please carefully review and prepare for the following:
Pallet Delivery: Your hedge will arrive on a pallet transported by an HGV.
Access Requirements: It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure there is adequate access for the delivery vehicle. This includes:
A flat, level, and hard-standing surface suitable for offloading the pallet
Sufficient space for the HGV to manoeuvre safely near the delivery point
Domestic Deliveries: For residential addresses, the delivery vehicle will have a tail-lift to assist with unloading where possible. However, tail-lift offloading cannot be guaranteed for all locations. Customers may need to unload the pallet manually (handballing) or arrange for a forklift or assistance on-site.
Delivery Address: Please ensure the delivery address provided can accommodate an HGV, and any necessary permissions or arrangements for access are in place (e.g., notifying property management or neighbours if needed).
If you have specific delivery requirements or concerns, please contact Green-tech ahead of ordering. We are happy to advise and assist to help your delivery go smoothly. Please Note:
This product is dispatched directly from our trusted supplier’s warehouse. While we aim to keep product availability as accurate as possible, we do not have live stock control for these items. Availability is subject to change, and delivery can take up to 15 working days, depending on stock levels at the time of order.
Tracking information will be provided where available, but please note this is dependent on the supplier’s shipping process. If you have any questions about lead times or delivery, our team is happy to help before you place your order.

Feature Specification
Species Fagus Sylvatica Purpurea (Purple Beech)
Number of Plants 5 per 1m trough
Plant Height 70–90 cm
Root Ball Size 20–25 cm diameter
Growth Form Deciduous (semi-evergreen effect)
Soil Preference Fertile, well-drained soils
Light Requirement Full sun to partial shade
Delivery Season Dormant and growing seasons
Packaging 1-metre trough
Intended Use Decorative hedging, privacy screening, estate landscaping