Also called Canoe Birch
ZONE:
2
COLOUR:
Green
HEIGHT:
13-16 m
SPREAD:
10-12 m
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Betula papyrifera - Paper Birch
Betula papyrifera - Paper Birch
Betula papyrifera - Paper Birch - Fall Colour
Also called Canoe Birch
ZONE:
2
COLOUR:
Green
HEIGHT:
13-16 m
SPREAD:
10-12 m
In autumn, the white bark and yellow foliage make a striking contrast against the bright red leaves of the red maple or dark coloured evergreens. It can be grown as a single-stemmed specimen or multi-stemmed tree. Though paper birches can tolerate drought, they grow best with cool roots. Underplant with a ground cover or mulch well, taking care to not heap mulch against the stem.
Native to Ontario and much of North America.
Larval host for Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly and Luna Moth. Seeds provide food for songbirds and ground birds.
