The beautiful Betula pendula โRoyal Frostโ, or Royal Frost Birch Tree, is a striking ornamental birch that combines rich purple foliage with elegant white bark. A hybrid introduction from the USA, it offers year-round interest and remarkable resilience in most well-drained soils. Its deep burgundy summer leaves transform into fiery orange and yellow tones in autumn, while the creamy-white bark gradually matures to cinnamon and brown, adding winter appeal. Perfect as a focal point or in mixed landscape planting.
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Key Features
Rich Purple Foliage โ Deep burgundy-purple leaves bring bold summer colour and contrast.
Spectacular Autumn Colour โ Leaves turn shades of orange, red, and gold before falling.
Distinctive Bark โ Smooth white bark develops early, ageing to warm cinnamon-brown.
Versatile & Hardy โ Grows well in most well-drained soils, even tolerating brief drought or moisture.
Compact Growth โ Reaches around 6 m tall and 4 m wide after 10 years; ideal for smaller gardens.
Pollinator-Friendly โ Catkins in spring provide early pollen for bees and insects.
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Specification Details Botanical Name Betula pendula โRoyal Frostโ Common Names Royal Frost Birch, Purple Birch Family
Betulaceae Origin USA โ hybrid between Betula populifolia โWhitespireโ and Betula โCrimson Frostโ ๐ Learn More About Winter Interest Trees
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The delicate, shimmering burgundy leaves look lovely against my existing trees.
It seems to be thriving despite the hot weather with plenty of watering, and I can't wait to see how it grows over the years.
The tree has been planted in memory to my wonderful friend who has sadly passed. The empathy and kindness shown to me by the owners has been amazing and the knowledge and advice given has helped in my choice of tree. Thank you
Howard and thanks for the speedy delivery and planting advice .
Lovely young tree with gorgeously deep maroon leaves, very well and securely packed, delivered exactly where I wanted. Now tucked into the ground and I can't wait to see it grow. (( more info re why I chose this tree in my earlier review))
I am thrilled with my little Royal Frost birch tree. It came carefully packaged and in a big enough pot. I planted it within 36 hrs and it is doing well. It is healthy and a good size to start it off - not too small.
Thank you