European beech are prominent woodland trees of central and southern Europe and have been bred ornamentally for a variety of forms and colors. including a spectacular weeping form.

On a small island of Laurel Hill West’s Franconia section is a state champion weeping European beech tree. What makes this tree so incredibly huge is the 15-foot girth of its trunk, measured below the lowest branch. The canopy of this weeping tree reaches to the ground forming a shady room in the summer. The smooth bark and twisting, contorted branches are equally beautiful throughout the winter. Enjoy this massive elephant-like tree all year round.