Betula papyrifera
Paper Birch
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Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Description
B. papyrifera is native to the northern part of North America. It is similar to B. pendula, but grows larger (to heights of 50 to 90 feet tall, and half as wide). It has larger leaves which are 4 inches in length. It is more resistant to borer, leaf miners. It bears creamy white bark which peels off in papery layers.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Blooming
Flowers are insignificant. Male and female blooms are borne on separate catkins on the same plant in spring. The male catkins are uaually longer than the females.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Growth
Deciduous trees and shrubs. Birches do best with full sun exposure. Some species prefer sheltered conditions. There are many species of Birch. The tallest of these species can reach 100 ft. tall (B. maximowicziana). Attractive male catkins and fall foliage. Ornamental bark. Grow Betula in a small garden in small groups or solitary.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Planting
In autumn, sow seeds in a seedbed. In summer, root softwood cuttings. Graft in winter.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Pest
Susceptible to aphids, leaf miner and Birch borer. Other problems include leaf spots, viruses, anthracnose, rust, canker, and twig dieback.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Interesting facts
Betula include around 60 species, cultivated for their autumn foliage and showy male catkins. They are found throughout the Northern Hemisphere in regions such as mountains, woodlands, moors, and heathlands.
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water. Does best in moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil.
