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Betula pendula 'Youngii'

Also Known As

  • Young's Weeping Birch
  • Youngii Weeping Birch

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Betula pendula 'Youngii' plant details

Betula pendula 'Youngii' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular 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 'Youngii'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula pendula 'Youngii'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The branches of this elegant tree are slender and pendulous, forming a dwarf dome-shaped weeping tree to 10' tall and 15' wide, a gorgeous sight in autumn when its fine-textured foliage turns golden-yellow; a perfect accent for a smaller garden or special spot. S/M
Triangular leaves on lightly weeping thin twiggy branches; tall tree. Zone 2.

Gardening facts about Betula pendula 'Youngii' plant

How to Grow Betula pendula 'Youngii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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