Tristis

Betula pendula

A tall upright silver birch with pendulous weeping shoots which cascade down from its branches.

In autumn the serrated leaves turn yellow.

The bark is white, and becomes fissured as the tree ages.

Tristis 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 £75.00
Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Medium size (2.5m-3.5m after 10 years)

Pre-order now for delivery in September 2025

How to grow

Like most silver birches Tristis is not fussy the planting situation - any sunny or lightly-shaded location will do. It is similarly versatile with respect to soil conditions, except it will not tolerate waterlogging.

Tristis characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive barkAutumn foliage colour
Growth habitUpright
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
SunlightPrefers full sunSome shade
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateAverage
Site conditionsOccasional droughtFree-draining site
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
BarkWhite
Annual cycleDeciduous

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: 24-Jun-2022.

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