Betula Pendula 'Youngii' Rootballed Standard 8/10cm Girth – Graceful, Hardy & Ornamental Weeping Birch

Betula Pendula 'Youngii', commonly known as the Weeping Silver Birch, is a stunning, deciduous tree admired for its elegant, cascading branches and striking white bark. With its compact, weeping form, this tree adds architectural beauty and year-round interest to gardens, courtyards, and parkland settings. Ideal as a feature tree, Youngii creates a soft, flowing silhouette that enhances any landscape with movement and seasonal charm.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring: Delicate, fresh green leaves emerge, creating a lush, trailing canopy.
• Summer: The graceful, weeping branches provide dappled shade, while the silver-white bark contrasts beautifully with the foliage.
• Autumn: Leaves turn a warm golden-yellow, adding a burst of seasonal colour before they fall.
• Winter: The tree's striking, pendulous framework and white bark become a sculptural focal point, especially when covered in frost.

Structure & Form

• Height & Spread: Typically reaches 4–8m in height and 4-8m in spread, forming a compact, umbrella-like shape.
• Girth: 8/10cm standard rootballed tree with a well-formed, sturdy trunk.
• Canopy: Weeping branches create a dense, cascading form, perfect for softening hard landscapes.
• Bark: Beautiful, white-silver bark develops texture over time, adding to its ornamental appeal.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Feature Tree – A stunning focal point for lawns, courtyards, or large garden beds.
• Small & Urban Gardens – Compact, weeping form suits smaller spaces while adding a touch of elegance.
• Japanese & Zen Gardens – Complements tranquil landscapes with its flowing, cascading branches.
• Parkland & Estate Planting – Adds seasonal beauty and contrast in open landscapes.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in open, well-lit areas.
• Soil: Adapts well to most well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, or clay-rich ground.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy, tolerant of cold winters and changing weather conditions.
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance – occasional pruning in late summer helps maintain its shape.

Why Choose Betula Pendula 'Youngii' 8/10cm Rootballed?

• Elegant, weeping habit adds movement and softness to landscapes.
• Year-round visual appeal with striking white bark and cascading branches.
• Compact size makes it suitable for both small and large gardens.
• Low-maintenance and resilient, thriving in a variety of conditions.
• Perfect for ornamental planting, providing structure and seasonal interest.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Evergreens – Pair with Taxus baccata or Ilex aquifolium for contrast.
• Flowering Shrubs – Combine with Hydrangea or Viburnum for a colourful underplanting.
• Ornamental Grasses – Complement its flowing form with Miscanthus or Carex.
• Perennials – Underplant with Hosta, Geranium, or Heuchera for texture and seasonal blooms.

Betula Pendula 'Youngii' 8/10cm Rootballed Standard is a striking, graceful tree that brings elegance and structure to any outdoor space. Whether used as a feature tree in a small garden or part of a larger planting scheme, its distinctive weeping habit and silver-white bark make it a timeless choice for year-round beauty.

Betula Pendula Youngii Standard 8-10cm Girth Order For June Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Fast Growing Yellow Deciduous

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.