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Purple-Leaf European Birch

Betula Pendula 'Purpurea'

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Overview

The Purple-Leaf European Birch, Betula pendula 'Purpurea', showcases eye-catching purplish foliage, making it a striking feature in any landscape. This deciduous tree reaches up to 40 ft in height and spreads 20-30 ft. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils. Its peeling white bark and pendulous branches add distinctive winter interest. It requires minimal maintenance, is relatively drought-tolerant, and adds a splash of color all year round.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type TreeClimate Alpine, Temperate
Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — making it a striking feature in any landscape
Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — showcases eye-catching purplish foliagePurple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soilsPurple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — This deciduous tree reaches up to 40 ft in height and spreads 20-30 ft

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — making it a striking feature in any landscape
Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — showcases eye-catching purplish foliage
Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils
Purple-Leaf European Birch (Betula Pendula 'Purpurea') — This deciduous tree reaches up to 40 ft in height and spreads 20-30 ft
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