Product description
If you love the idea of a weeping willow in your garden but have a smaller space, the Betula pendula 'Youngii' is the perfect tree. It will delight with its drooping branches that can sweep as low as the ground, forming an attractive display.
The tree offers dazzling mid-green diamond shaped leaves with serrated edges. The unique shape of the leaves cause them to flutter, swirl and twirl in the wind, creating a wonderful and serene natural ambience.
In spring the tree is dressed with glorious yellow-brown catkins which will fall just before the leaves turn yellow in early autumn. This magnificent ornamental tree is exceptionally beautiful in winter, with stark, leafless skeletal branches that offer white, peeling bark.
Young's Weeping Birch has a dome shaped habit and grows to a height of around 5m with a spread of 3m in a 20 year period. It is a tough tree that is fully hardy and thrives in most soil types. Plant in full sun or partial shade to get the best autumn colours.
Betula pendula 'Youngii' is a fabulous statement tree offering all-year round interest. It is ideal for smaller gardens as an alternative to the large Silver Birch. Plant it to overhang a garden walkway or path, create a family picnic spot or a romantic hide-away. For a wow-factor, add some accent lighting at night to enhance the bare winter branches. Your Weeping Birch will become a very special addition to your outdoor living space.
Young's Weeping Birch Tree
Betula 'Youngii'
Betula 'Youngii'
Product description
If you love the idea of a weeping willow in your garden but have a smaller space, the Betula pendula 'Youngii' is the perfect tree. It will delight with its drooping branches that can sweep as low as the ground, forming an attractive display.
The tree offers dazzling mid-green diamond shaped leaves with serrated edges. The unique shape of the leaves cause them to flutter, swirl and twirl in the wind, creating a wonderful and serene natural ambience.
In spring the tree is dressed with glorious yellow-brown catkins which will fall just before the leaves turn yellow in early autumn. This magnificent ornamental tree is exceptionally beautiful in winter, with stark, leafless skeletal branches that offer white, peeling bark.
Young's Weeping Birch has a dome shaped habit and grows to a height of around 5m with a spread of 3m in a 20 year period. It is a tough tree that is fully hardy and thrives in most soil types. Plant in full sun or partial shade to get the best autumn colours.
Betula pendula 'Youngii' is a fabulous statement tree offering all-year round interest. It is ideal for smaller gardens as an alternative to the large Silver Birch. Plant it to overhang a garden walkway or path, create a family picnic spot or a romantic hide-away. For a wow-factor, add some accent lighting at night to enhance the bare winter branches. Your Weeping Birch will become a very special addition to your outdoor living space.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Betula trees during their dormant period in late autumn or winter to prevent sap loss. Remove dead or damaged branches and thin out the canopy to improve airflow and sunlight penetration. Avoid heavy pruning, as this can stress the tree. Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth, and consider planting Betula in groups for a stunning naturalistic effect in your garden.
How to Water
Water newly planted Betula trees deeply and regularly during the first year to establish their root system, especially in dry spells. Mature Betula trees generally require less frequent watering but benefit from additional hydration during prolonged dry periods or hot summers. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Early morning watering is ideal, as it allows excess moisture to evaporate during the day, preventing fungal diseases.
How to Plant
To plant Betula trees, select a sunny or partially shaded location with moist, well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball. Gently loosen the roots before placing the tree into the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the ground. Backfill the hole, firm the soil, and water thoroughly to settle the roots. Add a mulch layer around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it a few centimetres away from the trunk to prevent rot.
