Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes' – A Sleek, Upright Tree for Stunning Vertical Interest
Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes', commonly known as the Columnar Silver Birch, is a striking, upright tree with a narrow, columnar form and a distinctive appearance. With its elegant, silver-white bark, graceful branches, and vibrant seasonal changes, this cultivar is a perfect choice for adding vertical interest and year-round beauty to smaller gardens, urban spaces, or streetscapes.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: Delicate, green catkins appear in early spring, adding a soft, draping texture to the tree. The young foliage is bright green, fresh, and abundant, providing an uplifting, vibrant display.
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Summer: The tree’s slender canopy of dark green, triangular leaves creates a dense, leafy cover, offering both shade and an attractive backdrop for surrounding plantings.
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Autumn: As autumn arrives, Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes' transforms with golden-yellow foliage that creates a beautiful contrast against the white bark, making it a focal point in any garden or landscape.
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Winter: The striking silver-white bark, which peels away in thin layers, stands out against the winter landscape, providing visual interest and texture even in the colder months.
Structure & Form
Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes' is a medium-sized tree, typically growing to a height of 6–8m (20–26ft) with a slender, upright, columnar shape. Its compact growth habit makes it an ideal choice for narrow spaces, street planting, or as a feature tree in gardens where vertical interest is desired.
Ideal for Various Landscapes
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Urban & Street Planting: The narrow form and striking appearance make it perfect for planting along streets, in parks, or in urban gardens where space is limited.
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Formal Gardens & Borders: The sleek, upright shape of this tree adds a modern, architectural element to formal garden designs or structured borders.
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Woodland & Natural Gardens: Its light canopy and attractive bark complement other deciduous trees and shrubs, blending well in woodland-style or naturalistic plantings.
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Small Gardens: The columnar form ensures it fits perfectly into smaller gardens or tight spaces where a larger tree may be impractical.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, though its growth may slow in low light conditions.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils but is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, this tree is resilient to cold climates and can withstand frost, wind, and urban pollution.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance; simply prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. The peeling bark provides natural interest without needing excessive care.
Why Choose Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes'?
With its elegant columnar form, beautiful bark, and vibrant seasonal displays, Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes' is a versatile tree that adds vertical structure and year-round beauty to any landscape. Ideal for smaller gardens, urban areas, and streetscapes, this tree offers a stunning, low-maintenance solution for adding both form and function.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Other Columnar Trees – Pair with other upright trees like Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) or Prunus 'Amanogawa' for a cohesive vertical design.
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Flowering Shrubs – Combine with Rhododendron or Spiraea for contrasting textures and seasonal interest.
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Perennials & Grasses – Underplant with ornamental grasses such as Miscanthus or Pennisetum for added movement and texture.
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Spring Bulbs – Complement with Crocus or Narcissus for an early burst of colour under the tree.
Betula pendula 'Fastigiata Joes' is a stunning, columnar tree perfect for any garden or landscape looking to make the most of vertical space. With its striking bark, graceful form, and seasonal beauty, it is a fantastic addition to urban and small spaces, providing year-round elegance and interest.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
