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Cutleaf Weeping Birch

Betula Pendula 'Laciniata'

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Overview

The Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula pendula 'Laciniata') is a deciduous tree, valued for its graceful, drooping branches and fine-textured, deeply-cut leaves. Thriving in zones 2-7, it reaches heights of 30-40 ft. with a 25-35 ft. spread. Preferring full sun, it showcases white bark that contrasts with its green foliage, turning yellow in fall. Its elegant form makes it a focal point in landscapes, requiring well-drained soil.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — drooping branches and fine-textured
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — The Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula pendula 'Laciniata') is a deciduous treeCutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Preferring full sun, it showcases white bark that contrasts with its green foliage, turning yellow in fallCutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Thriving in zones 2-7, it reaches heights of 30-40 ftCutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Its elegant form makes it a focal point in landscapes, requiring well-drained soil

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — drooping branches and fine-textured
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — The Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula pendula 'Laciniata') is a deciduous tree
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Preferring full sun, it showcases white bark that contrasts with its green foliage, turning yellow in fall
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Thriving in zones 2-7, it reaches heights of 30-40 ft
Cutleaf Weeping Birch (Betula Pendula 'Laciniata') — Its elegant form makes it a focal point in landscapes, requiring well-drained soil
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