European white birch trees have a striking white flakey bark that makes it one of the few deciduous trees that looks fantastic in Winter. Keeping these trees healthy by watering regularly is important to the longevity of these trees.
All pricing and availability are subject to change
Pricing:
5 gallon – $35
15 gallon – $70
24″ box – $200
Details and Care Information:
Sunset Zones: 1-12 and 14-24
USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-7
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade
Soil: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Drought Tolerance: Extremely Intolerant of Drought
Growth Rate: 36” per year
Growth Habit: Erect, Weeping or Spreading with a High Canopy
Height: 40-50ft.
Width: 15-25ft.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Longevity: 40 to 150 years (Though some say 15 – 25 years in the desert due to lack of irrigation and higher heat)
Litter Issue: Little Dry Seed Pods
Pests and Diseases: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Beetle Borers, Armillaria, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold.
Branch Strength: Medium
Root Damage Potential: Moderate
Suckering Potential: Moderate
Special Care:
Pruning Advice:
Watering Advice: Regular water makes these trees live much longer in the High Desert. Planting them in a lawn or giving them water frequently is required. For more, visit How to Water Your Plants
Staking: Staking for the first few years will help to stabilize the tree during the establishment process.
Fertilizer:
