Betula pendula 'Purpurea'
Purple-Leaf European Birch
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'
Width Range
12-25'
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:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.