Paper Birch

Betula papyrifera

Matchcode: BEPAPYRI

Height: 15 - 18m (50 - 60 FT.)

Spread: 6m (20 FT.)

Large native tree. Reddish young bark matures to white, papery, peeling layers. Oval, toothed, green foliage turns bright yellow-gold in fall. Tolerates many types of soils. Prefers afternoon shade. Drought tolerant once established. Prune only in full-leaf.

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