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Posted 12/06/2022 in Tree

Betula populifolia

A narrow-columnar deciduous tree, Betula populifolia is noted for its peeling, white bark that gives the tree year-round interest with triangular green leaves. The tree is monoecious with male and female flowers appearing on the tree; male flowers are yellowish-green catkins and female flowers are small, green flowers that give way to cone-like fruits.

Post Details

Latin Name
Betula populifolia
Common Name
Grey Birch
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
20-40 ft
Spread
10-20 ft
Suggested Uses
Shade Garden Specimen
Potential Pests
Borer, leaf miner, and aphids

Plant Story

A narrow-columnar deciduous tree, Betula populifolia is noted for its peeling, white bark that gives the tree year-round interest with triangular green leaves. The tree is monoecious with male and female flowers appearing on the tree; male flowers are yellowish-green catkins and female flowers are small, green flowers that give way to cone-like fruits.

Special Care Instructions

Easily spreads by suckers. Tolerates poor soil. Avoid pruning in the spring.

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