Paper Birch
What: A stunning North American native tree, Betula papyrifera (Paper Birch) is celebrated for its iconic snow-white peeling bark and brilliant gold fall foliage. This king of northern birches provides exceptional winter interest and grows to 60 feet tall with an oval form.
Best use: Paper Birch serves as a magnificent accent tree for prairie landscapes, providing dramatic winter interest with its peeling white bark. It works beautifully as a focal point in naturalized settings or as a specimen tree where its distinctive bark and fall color can be appreciated.
Plant Details
| Height | 60 feet |
| Spread | 35 feet |
| Hardiness Zone | 2 |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Watering | Average to moist; do not allow to dry out |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Maintenance | Low; prune in summer only to avoid sap ‘bleeding’ |
| Uses | Accent, shade |
| Fall Color | Outstanding gold |
| Lifespan | 70+ years under ideal conditions |
| Deer Resistance | Resistant |




