Magellan's Beech An exceptionally hardy, multi-stemmed evergreen tree, known to grow as far north as the Faroe islands. Nothofagus betuloides' native range is as far south as the Tierra del fuego archipelago, off the sourtern most point of Chile. In spring its attractive fresh foliage is a light brown colour, giving this tree a beautiful texture. In Ireland it is generally planted as a mid sized tree, up to 10m tall. Site: Dislikes cold, salty windsSoil: Prefers well-drained, but must not dry outPosition: Full sunSeason of Interest: Evergreen, attractive young growthHardiness: Hardy to approx -15°CHeight: 30ft (10m) Spread: 20ft (6m)