silver birch
Betula pendula
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A graceful deciduous tree prized for its distinctive white papery bark and delicate, weeping branches. It offers yellow fall color and year-round ornamental appeal, especially striking in winter.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Youngii is a popular weeping form with gracefully drooping branches; Purpurea features deep purple foliage; Fastigiata is a narrow, columnar cultivar suitable for tight spaces.
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A graceful deciduous tree prized for its distinctive white papery bark and delicate, weeping branches. It offers yellow fall color and year-round ornamental appeal, especially striking in winter.
Climate Match for your location
See how well silver birch grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Youngii is a popular weeping form with gracefully drooping branches; Purpurea features deep purple foliage; Fastigiata is a narrow, columnar cultivar suitable for tight spaces.