Description
Size (HxW): 40’ x 30’
Growth Habit: Broad, oval
Planting Location: Sheltered
Zone 2b
- A cultivar of Paper Birch selected for improved drought tolerance
- Dark green foliage turns gold in fall
- Unique exfoliating, white paper-like bark adds year-round interest
- A great accent or shade tree
- Native to the prairies
- Commonly used for timber
- Sap can be used to make syrup
- Produces catkins in spring
- Fast growth rate (2-3’/yr)
- Row spacing: minimum 15’ apart
- Root space: plant at least 15-20’ from foundations
- Life expectancy: 40-60 years
- May be susceptible to Bronze Birch Borer: only affects weak & dehydrated trees
