Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch

• Feature Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch works in an:

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

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 8–12 metres

Mature Width: 3–4 metres

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate).

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch frost tolerant?

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

• 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 ‘Fastigiata’ produces slender yellow-brown catkins in early spring before the new leaves emerge. Although subtle, these early-season flowers provide valuable pollen for native bees and beneficial insects and signal the start of its new growth cycle.

Does Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

No

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch is Native to A cultivar of Betula pendula, which is native to Europe and parts of Asia, commonly found in cool temperate forests.

Its upright, airy canopy offers shelter and perching sites for small birds, while its spring catkins support early-season pollinators such as native bees and hoverflies. The textured bark also fosters insect activity, contributing to a more biodiverse garden ecosystem.

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged sites unless improved with organic matter to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures, particularly during warm or dry periods, to maintain its strong vertical form.

Is Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Silver Birch Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Betula pendula ‘Fastigiata’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to maintain canopy density and overall health.