Young's Weeping Birch Ornamental Tree (Betula Pendula 'Youngii')

Young's Weeping Birch Ornamental Tree Description

The Young's Weeping Birch is a stunning deciduous ornamental tree known for its distinctive weeping habit and graceful, cascading branches. This cultivar typically reaches a height of 4–6 metres (13–20 feet) and has a spread of about 4–5 metres (13–16 feet), making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens, patios, and urban landscapes where space may be limited. Its elegant form and beautiful foliage make it a highly desirable addition to any outdoor space.

The Young's Weeping Birch features attractive, diamond-shaped leaves that emerge in spring with a vibrant green colour, providing a lush canopy throughout the growing season. In autumn, the leaves turn a lovely golden yellow, creating a warm and inviting display. The tree also produces small catkins in the spring, which, while not particularly showy, contribute to its overall seasonal interest and attract pollinators.

The most striking characteristic of the Young's Weeping Birch is its gracefully drooping branches, which create a lovely, cascading effect. The tree’s bark is smooth and pale white to silvery-grey, which peels in thin layers, adding texture and visual interest, especially during the winter months when the tree is bare.

Pruning Advice

Pruning is an important aspect of maintaining the health and appearance of Young's Weeping Birch. The best time to prune is during late winter or early spring, before the tree begins to leaf out. During this time, remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to encourage healthy growth and improve air circulation within the canopy.

For shaping, it is advisable to selectively thin out branches to maintain the tree's natural weeping form. Avoid heavy pruning, as this can stress the tree and lead to sap bleeding, which may attract pests and diseases. If necessary, light pruning can also be carried out during the growing season to remove unwanted growth, but care should be taken to avoid excessive cuts.

Further Information

Ornamental Value: The unique weeping form, combined with the striking white bark and vibrant foliage, makes Young's Weeping Birch an eye-catching focal point in gardens and landscapes. Its delicate, cascading branches provide an airy and light feel.

Wildlife Support: This tree attracts various wildlife, including birds and insects. The catkins serve as an early food source for pollinators, while the dense foliage provides shelter for birds and small mammals.

Adaptability: Young's Weeping Birch is tolerant of various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It prefers well-drained conditions and can thrive in both acidic and neutral pH levels, making it suitable for a wide range of planting environments.

Rapid Growth: This cultivar has a relatively fast growth rate, allowing it to establish quickly and provide immediate visual impact in a garden or landscape.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.