{"product_id":"betula-pendula","title":"Betula pendula","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA graceful, fast‑growing tree with elegant white bark and light, airy foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetula pendula, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Birch\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most beloved ornamental trees, admired for its \u003cstrong\u003estriking white bark\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edelicate pendulous branches\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003efresh green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e that shimmer in the breeze. This elegant deciduous tree brings movement, texture, and year‑round beauty to any garden or landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn spring, the tree produces \u003cstrong\u003ecatkins\u003c\/strong\u003e that attract pollinators, while its light canopy allows dappled sunlight to reach underplantings. The Silver Birch is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ewildlife gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewoodland settings\u003c\/strong\u003e, or as a \u003cstrong\u003especimen tree\u003c\/strong\u003e in modern landscapes. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in a wide range of soils and conditions across Ireland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Trees_with_white_bark\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eDistinctive white bark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds striking contrast and winter interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Pendulous_trees_for_gardens\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eGraceful pendulous branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — elegant form and movement in the landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Wildlife_friendly_trees\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eWildlife friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — catkins attract bees and birds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Fast_growing_trees_for_Ireland\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eFast‑growing \u0026amp; hardy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable performance in most soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Garden_tree_placement_ideas\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eVersatile landscape use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for specimen planting or natural woodland schemes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25m tall; light, open crown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well‑drained soil; tolerates poor or sandy conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; prune lightly in late summer if shaping is needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy throughout Ireland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Garden Centre \u0026 Hedging","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58189211369856,"sku":"MGC-0013","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/8157\/5040\/files\/SilverBirch.jpg?v=1780395065","url":"https:\/\/murphysgardencentrehedging.com\/products\/betula-pendula","provider":"MURPHYS GARDEN CENTRE AND HEDGING","version":"1.0","type":"link"}