Poison from beech trees?

[andrewp]

Does anyone know if there is any truth to the idea that beech trees poison the soil underneath them? If so will a beech hedge affect vegetables planted along side them?

[Cleansweep]

Known to be toxic to dogs if quantities of beechnuts are eaten, especially the husks. Less concentrated poison than acorns. I have not heard that this tree has any direct effect on crops, other than depriving them of water, nutrients and light. Any competitive species is unwelcome at close proximity.

[andrewp]

Thanks, that seems to be the consensus from most sources that I’ve checked.

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