Betula nigra (Paper Bark Birch)

Type Tree, Deciduous
Form Compact Rounded Tree
Size Medium Sized Tree (3 to 8m height)
Colours Medium green Foliage
Care Low/Easy Maintenance - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Betula nigra cultivation notes: Birch will grow on a variety of soils from dry sandy soils to heavy clays. Birch is especially tolerant of free draining sandy soils, and is fully hardy - flourishing in all conditions. Birch will not tolerate is heavy shade being a woodland edge tree.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; Ornamental winter bark / tracery; Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Provides valuable winter interest; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

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

Common Missspellings: Betulla, Betylias, Betulia, Bettulia, Betyoula

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