Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade' - 60-80 CM C2 WHIP

Description
In addition, the Black birch 'Summer Cascade'® has egg-shaped, medium-green leaves. Its bark is light brown and peels off in strips. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained, nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 5 m and spreads to approx. 4 m.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Black birch 'Summer Cascade'® are medium green and ovate. They are approximately 3–10 cm in size.

Bark
Its light brown, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Black birch 'Summer Cascade'® has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Black birch 'Summer Cascade'® is a weeping tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 4–5 m and spreads to a width of approx. 3–4 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Root
Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'® is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots close to the surface.