2269 Morro Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028
European White Birch
European White Birch
EUROPEAN WHITE BIRCH
BOTANICAL NAME
Betula Pendula
COMMON NAME
European White Birch, Silver Birch, Warty Birch
European White Birch is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is famous for its striking white papery bark that peels in thin layers and contrasts beautifully with its delicate, triangular, dark green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. The tree has a graceful, slender form with pendulous branches, giving it an airy and elegant appearance.
Description
USES
- Shade and Ornamental tree
- Erosion control
- Wood is used in woodworking, furniture, and plywood production
HARDINESS ZONES
- USDA Hardiness Zones 2 – 6
- Can tolerate temperatures of -40°F
- Sensitive to hot, dry summers
ROOT SYSTEM
- Shallow, fibrous, and wide-spreading
- Not recommended directly next to sidewalks or foundations
MEASUREMENT & SIZES
- Can grow 40 to 70 ft tall and 25 – 40 ft wide
WATER NEEDS
- Moderate
- Prefers moist, well-drained soils
- Sensitive to prolonged drought
LIGHT NEEDS
- Full sun for best growth and foliage color
- Can tolerate partial shade but may have slower growth
PRUNNING
- Minimal pruning required
- Remove dead, crossing, or damaged branches
GROWTH RATE
- Moderate to fast
- Typically grows 1.5 to 2.5 ft per year under favorable conditions
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