Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'

Also Known As

Summer Cascade River Birch

Plant type

tree

size

H: 6'
W: 10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade' plant details

Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring catkins flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: catkins blooms in spring
Uses: cascading, fall color, focal point, peeling bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A graceful focal point/accent, this vigorous pendulous plant will form a cascading mound (to 6' tall x 10' in 10 years) if un-staked or, if staked, a handsome weeping small tree; pest resistant and adaptable. S/M PPatentAF

By: Forestfarm

Graceful weeping shape. Resistant to bronze birch borer. Creamy brown peeling bark. Yellow fall color. Zones 5-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

A well named variety that has gracefully arching, pendulous branches that can be trained vertically to produce a layered pendulous plant that is a good attraction for any part of the garden.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Garden photo gallery of Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'

Photo of Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade' trunk by Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

Gardening facts about Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade' plant

How to Grow Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant