Key message By combining dendrochronological time-series analysis with radial vessel features, we show that the reconstruction of hydraulic properties improves our understanding of tree species’ acclimation potential to climate change. Abstract The vascular architecture plays a crucial role in the productivity and drought tolerance of broadleaf trees, but it is not yet fully understood how the hydraulic system is acclimating t...

Some forest‐related studies on possible effects of climate change conclude that growth potential of European beech ( Fagus sylvatica L.) might be impaired by the predicted increase in future serious drought events during the growing season. Other recent research suggests that not only multiyear increment rates but also growth resistance and recovery of beech during, respectively, after dry years may differ between pure and mix...