Betula lenta (Birch, Betula)

Type Tree, Deciduous
Form Compact Rounded Tree, Architectural Form
Size Medium Sized Tree (3 to 8m height)
Colours Light green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; Attractive autumn colour; Ornamental winter bark / tracery; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Provides valuable winter interest; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Tolerates cold exposed locations.

Plant Weaknesses: Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

Design & Plant Use for Betula lenta:
  • Added winter interest from attractive bark or stems

Common Missspellings: Betulea, Batulla, Betular

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Betula lenta (Birch, Betula)
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