Betula pendula (alba)

Silver birch

A weeping feature tree ideal for shaded areas in your garden.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Betula pendula (alba)
Common Name	Silver birch
Also Known As	Silwerberk
SA Tree No
Tree Type	Deciduous
Attracts	Birds, Butterflies
Features	Shade Tree, Treehouse Friendly
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Exotic
Soil pH	0 – 4, 5 – 8
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

Planting this small deciduous tree close together in groups will shape an orchard of white stems to create a distinct impact on your garden landscape. You can also plant Libidea ferrea trees in-between to create an eye-catching avenue.

Suitable to use indoors or for container planting. Its fruit is non-edible and it is known for its strong medicinal properties.