Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch

• Feature Tree
• Screening or Privacy
• Avenue Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 20m Approximately

Mature Width: 5m – 6m

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 75 cm per year.

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 75 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch frost tolerant?

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Betula pendula ‘Alba’ produces slender yellow-brown catkins in early spring before the new leaves emerge. While subtle, these early-season flowers provide pollen for beneficial insects and mark the start of its fresh annual growth.

Does Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

No

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch is Native to Native to Europe and parts of Asia, where Betula pendula grows in woodlands and open landscapes. ‘Alba’ is a selected form admired for its enhanced bark colour.

Its fine, airy canopy provides shelter for small birds, while its spring catkins support native bees and other early pollinators. The textured bark and branching structure also foster insects that contribute to a richer, more biodiverse garden ecosystem.

Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Betula pendula ‘Alba’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or compacted soils unless improved with organic matter to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then provide deep, occasional watering as the tree matures, particularly during hot or dry periods, to support its graceful habit and overall health.

Is Betula pendula 'Alba' - Silver Birch Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Betula pendula ‘Alba’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best in cooler climates or with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to maintain leaf quality and canopy vigour.