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Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud'

Also Known As

  • Golden Cloud Birch
  • Golden Cloud Silver Birch

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-7b

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Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud' plant details

Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with gold foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, peeling bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud'

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rare European selection unfurls lovely butter-yellow foliage which will turn green in summer?s heat before changing again to gold in fall; a fine small 15-20? tree with white exfoliating bark; protect from afternoon sun. PSh/M
Golden Cloud is a yellow leafed birch turning light green late in the summer. Zone 4.

Gardening facts about Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud' plant

How to Grow Betula pendula 'Golden Cloud'

  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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