Betula Pendula Youngii

Name: Betula Pendula Youngii
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
Price: 620.00 AUD
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Size: 100L

100L

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100L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Betula Pendula Youngii

Betula pendula ‘Youngii’, or Weeping Silver Birch, is a graceful deciduous tree known for its arched, pendulous branches, white papery bark, and fine, serrated green leaves that turn vibrant golden yellow in autumn. A naturally dome-shaped variety, it brings softness and structure to gardens and landscapes.

Growing to approximately 3–5 metres tall and 3–4 metres wide, this tree has a clear stem with cascading foliage, forming an umbrella-like canopy. Its white bark becomes more prominent with age, providing year-round visual interest even when leafless in winter. It prefers full sun to part shade, and thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soils. Once established, it is cold hardy, low maintenance, and ideal for small to medium gardens.

They look excellent when used as specimen trees in lawns, near water features, or in courtyards where their form can be appreciated from all angles. A popular option for adding vertical softness, seasonal colour, and sculptural form.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Betula Pendula Youngii is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3–5 metres

Mature Width: 3–4 metres

Betula Pendula Youngii is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate).

Frost Tolerance

Is Betula Pendula Youngii frost tolerant?

Betula Pendula Youngii is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Betula pendula ‘Youngii’ produces slender yellow-brown catkins in early spring before the new leaves emerge. Though understated, these early-season flowers supply pollen for native bees and beneficial insects and mark the beginning of its fresh annual growth.

Native Information

Is Betula Pendula Youngii an Australian Native? No

Betula Pendula Youngii is Native to A cultivated form of the European Silver Birch (Betula pendula), which is native to Europe and parts of Asia, typically found in cool temperate forests.

Wildlife Value

Its dense, cascading branches offer excellent shelter and nesting sites for small birds, while its spring catkins support early-season pollinators such as native bees and hoverflies. The textured white bark and fine branching also encourage insect diversity, enhancing overall garden biodiversity.

Sunlight Information

Betula Pendula Youngii will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Betula pendula ‘Youngii’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained soil unless improved with organic matter to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong canopy health and maintain its elegant weeping form.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Weeping Silver Birch

Genus: Betula

Botanical Species: Betula pendula ‘Youngii’

Family: Betulaceae

Botanical Name: Betula pendula ‘Youngii’

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Street Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes

Betula Pendula Youngii works in an:

Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

Choose a full sun or dappled light position
Improve soil with compost or organic matter
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball
Stake young trees if in exposed locations
Water deeply after planting and mulch around the base (avoid the trunk)

Feature Planting: Space 3 – 4 m apart
Shade Canopy: Space 3 – 5 m apart

Water deeply once a week in dry months during the first two summers
Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
Lightly prune in late summer to shape if necessary

Sandy Soil:
Performs well if moisture is retained; add compost and mulch around base.
Loamy Soil:
Ideal. Allows consistent moisture without waterlogging.
Clay Soil:
Only suitable if improved with organic matter and excellent drainage.

Betula Pendula Youngii is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
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

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Betula pendula ‘Youngii’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to maintain its graceful weeping canopy and healthy foliage.

Flowering Information

Does Betula Pendula Youngii flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Fragrant
Catkin-like

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Weeping Birch require much pruning?
A: Only light pruning is needed to maintain form. Prune in late summer to reduce risk of sap bleeding.

Q: Can it grow under power lines?
A: Yes, its small size and controlled shape make it suitable for planting under wires in suburban settings.

Q: Does it drop a lot of leaves?
A: Like all deciduous trees, it will lose its leaves in autumn, creating some leaf drop over several weeks.

Q: Will it grow in coastal areas?
A: It can tolerate some exposure but is better suited to inland or sheltered positions with cooler root zones.

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