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Tree | Betula pendula fastigiata Upright Silver Birch |
Description | This tree has an unusual growth habit, the branches intertwine with each other and grow inwards thus producing an erect habit. The leaves are triangular shape and have a serrated edge. They change from green to butter yellow in autumn. The ornamental white trunk sheds in sheets paper thin. It has deep black fissures in the lower trunk. This tree looks fantastic during its dormant period. |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Form | Fastigiate |
Mature Size | 8-10 x 2-4m |
Uses | A fantastic specimen tree. Great for in parks and gardens both large and small. It is great in avenue planting or garden groves. |
Position & Soil | Grows well in full sun in most soil conditions. Tolerates wet and dry soils and adaptable to varied pH levels. |
Features | Medium Deciduous Fastigiate Avenue Driveway Feature Bark Feature Foliage Group Planting Informal Screening |
Pot sizes in production |
• 40cm/27L (1.2-1.5m) • 50cm/52L (1.8-2.4m) |
Substitutes |
• Betula pendula 'Moss White' • Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata • Pyrus calleryana 'Capital' • Quercus robur fastigiata |
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