Paper Birch

SOLD OUT FOR FALL 2008 

Latin Name Betula papyrifera
Current Height & Cost
7ft - $160 planted
Eventual Size at Maturity
Height - 35ft Spread - 20ft
Space Requirements
at least 10ft from paved surfaces and buildings; 15ft from existing trees
Form
oval
Growth Rate
2 ft/year
Air Pollution Tolerant
No
Drought Resistant
No
Moisture Tolerant
No
Light Required
needs full sun
Fall Colour
yellow
Special Features white papery bark takes 6 to 7 years to develop
Wildlife
flowers are nectar source for butterflies
Tree Tips
sensitive to air pollution and salt

Paper Birch Form

Paper Birch Leaf