Betula pendula Fastigiata

Common Name: Upright Silver Birch

Description:
Betula pendula 'Fastigiata', also known as the Upright Silver Birch, is a striking deciduous tree with a narrow, columnar growth habit, making it ideal for small gardens and avenue plantings. It features the classic silvery-white bark of the Silver Birch, which peels attractively with age, contrasting beautifully with its delicate, serrated green leaves. In autumn, the foliage turns a brilliant golden-yellow before falling. This variety is particularly well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant once established and resistant to light frost. With its elegant, upright form, 'Fastigiata' is perfect for formal landscapes, feature planting, and creating vertical interest in tight spaces.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8 - 12m
• Width: 3 - 5m

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
• Compact, Upright Growth Habit

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Ornamental Grasses (Miscanthus, Pennisetum)
• Hydrangeas
• Camellias
• Liriopes
• Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum)