Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Betula papyrifera
Last Review
Features
White bark that peels to reveal an orange inner bark; yellow fall color.
Culture
Full sun; best in moist, well drained soils with a slightly acid pH.
Notes
Best in cold climate. Midwestern summers are too hot and stress the tree, leaving it open to the borer.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
50.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
70.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Oval, may be single- or multi-trunked.
Native Regions, Text
United States
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
182