Betula nigra Purple Topiary captures the elegance of

Topiary captures the elegance of the Persian ironwood in strict

upswept habit developing a broadly-vase shaped appearance with age

Plant south or west facing

to be followed by green

Enjoys full sun and rich moist soils

Betula nigra Purple Topiary captures the elegance ofThe River Birch is grown for its red brown shaggy, curling bark becoming black or grey white on older trees, and its abundance of long golden catkins in early spring. Its crown matures to a loose, graceful, round shape. Excellent as a multi stem specimen planted where the details of its bark and catkins can be appreciated. Best in a sheltered, moist to wet position, avoiding frost pockets. Modest yellow autumn colour. A shallow rooting tree