Betula platyphylla var. japonica – Japanese White Birch

Description

Betula platyphylla var. japonica – Japanese White Birch 

HEIGHT: 20.0m

WIDTH: 12.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Finely branched, arching limbs

FOLIAGE: Dark, glossy green, triangular to ovate. Yellow in autumn

FLOWERS and FRUIT: Catkins

BARK: Papery white, non-exfoliating

GROWTH RATE: Moderate – one of the faster growing birches

DESCRIPTION: Attractive white bark make this birch an ideal tree for parks, gardens and golf courses planted alone or in groups.

TOLERANCES: Prefers moist, well drained soils, but will tolerate wet or dry conditions. Prefers cooler climates. Grows best in full sun.

TREE CARE: Keep well watered during drier seasons.