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Betula pendula

White Birch, European White Birch

Plant photo of: Betula pendula
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This medium-size weeping tree will grow to about 40' tall and has a whitish/brown bark with deciduous green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown, White

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Filler

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.