Betula pendula subsp. pendula
Narrowly conical, deciduous tree with slender weeping branches. Bark is white, becoming black and rugged at base. Leaves are diamond-shaped and deep green, toothed at the edges, and turn rich yellow in autumn. Yellow-green catkins are produced in spring
Synonyms
Betula pendula var. fontqueriBetula verrucosa
see moreBetula pendula oycovensis
Betula pendula var. lapponica
Betula pendula var. pendula
Betula aetnensis
Betula pendula var. oycowiensis
Betula brachylepis
Betula alba
Betula alba var. pendula
Betula verrucosa var. oycoviensis
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Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow Green | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Pendulous weeping
- Genus
Betula can be deciduous trees or shrubs, usually colouring well in autumn and often with striking white, pink, or peeling brown bark; separate male and female catkins open before or with the leaves in spring
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Sicily
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in moist but well drained soil, in full sun or light dappled shade. For more information, see tree cultivation
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
Minimal pruning required, see pruning group 1
Pests
May be susceptible to birch borers, leaf-mining sawflies and aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus, a tree rust and powdery mildews
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