Betula pendula - Silver Birch

An elegant deciduous tree with soft, heart-shaped foliage and papery silver bark. Its leaves are green in spring, transitioning to golden hues in autumn. It thrives in cooler climates.

** Not commonly grown or available in Qld.  See Betula nigra here which is better suited to the warmer climates

Size: Up to 12 m h x 4-5m w

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Positioning: Full sun or shade

Tolerances: Cold hardy to arctic temps

Perfect for: Feature tree, Shade tree, avenue planting, screening fencelines

Height Approximates in Pots for this Variety:

400mm - 1.4m tall

75L - 1.8-2m+ tall

100L - 2-2.5m+tall

200L - 2.5-3m+ tall