Young's Weeping Birch

Betula pendula 'Youngii'

Pronunciation: BET-ew-luh PEN-dew-luh YUNG-ee-eye
SKU #01241
2-7

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall and 15 ft. wide.

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Description A most unusual small tree with very pendulous branches. The graceful mounding form beautifully displays the dramatic, weeping habit, and develops a noticeable trunk with age. A superior specimen or accent tree. Deciduous.
Bloom Time Produces small catkins in spring.
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Attractive Bark, Fall Color, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Weeping
Landscape Use Windbreak
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Foliage Fall Color Yellow
Companion Plants Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus); Chokeberry (Aronia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Turtle Head (Chelone); Elderberry (Sambucus); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra)
Care Instructions Thrives in deep, loamy, moist but well-drained soil amended with sand or gravel. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers rich, fertile, evenly moist soils. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring.
Details
DescriptionA most unusual small tree with very pendulous branches. The graceful mounding form beautifully displays the dramatic, weeping habit, and develops a noticeable trunk with age. A superior specimen or accent tree. Deciduous.
Bloom TimeProduces small catkins in spring.
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesAttractive Bark, Fall Color, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitWeeping
Style
Landscape UseWindbreak
Flower ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
Foliage Fall ColorYellow
Companion PlantsRed Twig Dogwood (Cornus); Chokeberry (Aronia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Turtle Head (Chelone); Elderberry (Sambucus); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in deep, loamy, moist but well-drained soil amended with sand or gravel. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers rich, fertile, evenly moist soils. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring.

Frequently asked questions

Does Young's Weeping Birch produce flowers?
Produces small catkins in spring.
Is Young's Weeping Birch evergreen or deciduous?
Young's Weeping Birch is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Young's Weeping Birch?
Young's Weeping Birch is Attractive Bark, Fall Color, Benefits Birds.
Is Young's Weeping Birch resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Young's Weeping Birch grow?
Young's Weeping Birch has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Young's Weeping Birch?
Young's Weeping Birch grows in an Weeping habit.
Where can I use Young's Weeping Birch in my landscape?
Young's Weeping Birch is suitable for: Windbreak.
What color are Young's Weeping Birch flowers?
Young's Weeping Birch produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Young's Weeping Birch?
Young's Weeping Birch has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Young's Weeping Birch?
Good companion plants for Young's Weeping Birch include: Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus); Chokeberry (Aronia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Turtle Head (Chelone); Elderberry (Sambucus); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra).
How do I care for Young's Weeping Birch?
Thrives in deep, loamy, moist but well-drained soil amended with sand or gravel. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers rich, fertile, evenly moist soils. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.