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Betula pendula 'Trost's Dwarf'

Family Betulaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Betula pendula 'Trost's Dwarf' (common birch) bears showy and medium green flowers during mid spring. This tree is pyramidal in form and has deep green foliage that is glossy and medium textured. The bark is showy, striped and exfoliating in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Betula pendula 'Trost's Dwarf' is tolerant of drought and wet sites.