Betula utilis - jaquemontii (Paper Bark Birch)
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Betula utilis 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.
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Plant Strengths: Ornamental winter bark / tracery; 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 attractive flowers.
Common Missspellings: Betulla, Betylias, Betulia, Bettulia, Betyoula