Fagus sylvatica ‘Pendula’ forms a tall, narrow, and magnificent tree with arching side branches that weep down to the ground. It has glossy light-green leaves, and its autumn leaves turn yellow, then brown through the winter and fall off prior to the emergence of new leaves. Fagus sylvatica is deciduous and native to Europe. Learn more about Fagus sylvatica. Fagus sylvatica ‘Pendula’ has been extensively planted for over 200 years and was introduced to North America before 1834.