Betula papyrifera Summer preferably protected from drying winds

preferably protected from drying winds

Flesh is white

Perfect for parks or landscapes where the entire character can be appriciated

The cultivar 'Alba' has large pure white flowers which are flushed pink at the base

occasionally with a subtle hint of soft pink

Betula papyrifera Summer preferably protected from drying windsThe paper birch is one of the largest growing birches, reaching a height of 20 meters plus, with a spread up to perhaps 12 meters. It is prized for its peeling, white, papyrus like bark and yellow autumn foliage. A good birch for a naturalistic parkland setting. Best in sandy, moist soil. Shallow rooting with many fibrous roots. Good wind resistance. A shallow rooting tree. H7