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Birch, Paper Prairie Dream

Betula papyrifera ‘Varen’

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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
  • Fast growth rate (2-3’/yr)
  • Native to the prairies
  • Commonly used for timber
  • Sap can be used to make syrup
  • Produces catkins in spring
  • Life expectancy: 40-60 years
  • Row spacing: minimum 15’ apart
  • Root space: plant at least 15-20’ from foundations

  • Butterfly

    Attracts Pollinators

  • Full Sun

    Tolerates Full Sun

  • moisture

    Moisture Tolerant

  • soil

    Soil Tolerant

  • cold

    Cold Tolerant

  • native

    Native

Plant Care:

• Prune to shape in summer; may bleed sap in colder weather • Requires even moisture & well drained soil • Additional watering recommended during dry seasons • Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soil • Susceptible to Bronze Birch Borer: only affects weak & dehydrated trees

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
  • Fast growth rate (2-3’/yr)
  • Native to the prairies
  • Commonly used for timber
  • Sap can be used to make syrup
  • Produces catkins in spring
  • Life expectancy: 40-60 years
  • Row spacing: minimum 15’ apart
  • Root space: plant at least 15-20’ from foundations

Additional information

Dimensions 6183533 × 6182633 cm

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