Betula pendula Dalecarlica

Common Name: Swedish Birch, Cut-Leaf Silver Birch

Description:
Betula pendula 'Dalecarlica', commonly known as the Swedish Birch or Cut-Leaf Silver Birch, is a graceful deciduous tree with finely dissected, deeply lobed foliage that creates a delicate, feathery appearance. Its striking white bark, which peels with age, adds year-round ornamental value. During spring, fresh green leaves emerge, turning a brilliant golden-yellow in autumn before falling. This variety of Silver Birch is particularly hardy and thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand light frosts. Its elegant, weeping form makes it an excellent choice for feature planting, avenue planting, or as part of a woodland setting.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8 - 12m
• Width: 4 - 6m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Yellowish-green (catkins, not highly ornamental)

Key Attributes:

• Perennial
• Autumn Foliage Colour
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Frost Tolerant
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Suitable for Avenue Planting

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Ornamental Grasses (Miscanthus, Pennisetum)
• Hydrangeas
• Camellias
• Rhododendrons
• Native ground covers such as Dichondra repens