Betula p. 'Spider Alley' - 40-60 CM C5

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Betula alba var. pendula, Betula alba, Betula verrucosa.

Bulletpoints
* attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * drought resistant

Leaves
Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring.

Bark
White, rolling bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Silver birch 'Spider Alley' is conical in shape and has a loose crown.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The greenish-yellow flowers appear in catkins from March to April. These grow to about 5 cm in size.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Shoots
The shoots of Betula pendula 'Spider Alley' are twisted.

Root
Betula pendula 'Spider Alley' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.