Betula Pendula Moss White

Betula Moss White

Betula pendula Moss White

Silver Birch Tree, Betula Moss White Birch Tree

Betula pendula ‘Moss White’ is a cultivar of Betula pendula, commonly known as silver birch. This particular variety is valued for its striking pure white bark, which remains bright even as the tree matures, making it an excellent choice for ornamental landscapes.

Key Features of Betula pendula ‘Moss White’

  1. Bark: One of its most distinctive traits is its extra-white bark, which stands out even more compared to standard silver birch trees. This makes it a popular choice for aesthetic and architectural planting schemes.
  2. Foliage: It has small, triangular, serrated leaves that turn a golden yellow in autumn.
  3. Growth Habit: Typically has an elegant, upright growth habit with gracefully arching branches.
  4. Size: A medium-sized deciduous tree, growing up to 12-20 meters (40-65 feet) in height with a spread of around 4-8 meters (13-26 feet).
  5. Flowers & Catkins: Produces pendulous yellow-brown catkins in spring.
  6. Soil & Conditions: Prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of a variety of conditions, including sandy or clay soils.
  7. Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
  8. Hardiness: Very hardy and suitable for temperate and cold climates.

Uses & Benefits

  • Ornamental Value: Often used in parks, gardens, and urban landscapes for its aesthetic appeal.
  • Wildlife Attraction: Supports birds, pollinators, and insects with its seeds and catkins.
  • Windbreak & Shelter: Can be planted as part of windbreaks or shelter belts.
  • Soil Stabilization: Good for erosion control due to its shallow but extensive root system.

This cultivar is especially prized for its bright white bark that provides winter interest, making it a great addition to modern landscapes, city gardens, or woodland-style plantings.

$136.25 – $369.25 inc. GST

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Height: 1.8 - 2.8m
SKU: BetpenMW-40-1 Categories: , , , , , , ,

Melbourne Metro deliveries cost $44.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

The Mornington Peninsula ** Mt Eliza to Portsea ** and Geelong deliveries cost $66.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

Outer Melbourne deliveries cost $132.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 7 business days.

Regional Victoria deliveries cost between $143.00 – $264.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 7 business days.

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