Dalecarlica

Betula pendula

This tall graceful tree is perhaps one of the most attractive of the silver birches.

Dalecarlia is named after the Swedish province of Dalarna where it was first discovered in the 18th century. For this reason it is also known as the Swedish Birch, and has become the national tree of Sweden.

Dalecarlica is also known as the cut-leaf birch - on account of the spiky shape of its leaves, which look as if they have been cut out with scissors.

Dalecarlica grows with an upright form, but the branches cascade downwards. The peeling papery bark is pure white, becoming fissued as the tree ages.

Dalecarlica birch trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £77.00
Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Very large size (4m-7m after 10 years)

Next deliveries

Order now for delivery from week commencing 24th February.

Dalecarlica characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive barkAutumn foliage colour
Growth habitUpright
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateFast
Site conditionsOccasional floodingOccasional drought
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
BarkWhite
Country of originSweden
Annual cycleDeciduous

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What will it look like?

Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.

This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 05-Mar-2024.

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