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Betula pendula 'Purpurea'

Purple-Leaf European Birch

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Description

This broad tree will grow to about 40' tall and has medium-sized green leaves that have a purplish tint.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Purple

Bark Color

White

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Watering every day results in shallow roots.

Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).