high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height
15 - 21 m (50 - 70 ft)
Spread
7.5 - 15 m (25 - 50 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
average to wet, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
The tree Betula papyrifera (paper birch) yields showy and bright lime blossoms during early spring. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is showy, striped white and exfoliating in texture. Betula papyrifera (paper birch) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Lawn, shade and specimen.
Special Characteristics
In the fall, Betula papyrifera enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage, and in the winter it offers visual interest to your garden.
