Weeping Cutleaf Birch

Description

Full sun, rabbit and drought resistant, zone 2

Betula pendula ‘Laciniata’

Pot size #5

One of the most popular accent trees. A graceful weeping tree that has leaves that are serrated and deeply cut. The leaves are a beautiful dark green shade that will turn yellow in the Fall. The branches are pendulous, and the white bark is extremely showy and adds interest to your backyard. The shape of this deciduous tree is a rounded form, has an extremely fine and delicate texture.

This tree will grow to be about 40 ft at maturity, with a spread of 20 ft. It has a low canopy. This tree prefers average to moist conditions, but shouldn’t be allowed to dry out. This tree does require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should only be pruned in the summer after the leaves have fully developed.