Betula pubescens (Common White Birch, Downy Birch)
Botanical Information
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Betula |
| Species | pubescens |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Europe to Central Asia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 20 m |
| Spread | 10 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | An ornamental tree that has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Cultivation | Prefers well drained loamy and acidic soils in full sun. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Peeling, thin off white to pale brown in colour. |
| Leaf Description | Diamond-shaped, hairy on the underside, turn yellow to orange in autumn. |