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. |