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    BETULA
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    BETULA

    Commonly known as Erman's birch, Russian rock birch

    Genus of about 60 species of deciduous trees and shrubs from varying habitats throughout the northern hemisphere.

    Graceful in habit (lady of the woods), ornamental bark, colourful autumn foliage, attractive male catkins and an open crown make this a superb choice for a garden tree for even modestly sized gardens. Autumn leaves decompose quickly.

    The UK species are silver, downy and dwarf and are all important wildlife trees.

    Countless uses in history including canoes, writing material, beer and wine and bark gaiters.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - insects, birds
    • Ornamental bark
    • Pests & Diseases
      Birch borers, birch leaf mining sawfly, aphids, birch rust, mildew, honey fungus
    • Place of origin
      Russia (Kamchatka), Japan, Korea.
    • Deciduous
      Tapered, dull-green leaves to 10cm (4in) turn yellow in autumn.
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrate
    • Ovate
    • Height
      20m (70ft)
    • Spread
      12m (40ft)
    • Tree
      Yellow-brown male catkins to 10cm (4in) long open as the leaves emerge.
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
      Dappled shade.
    • Broadly conical
    • Bee friendly
    • Bird friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      20m (70ft)
      		 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        12m (40ft)
      		  
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    Betula - Growing Guide
    Trees - Care Guide
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    Attractive purple and orange bark
     
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    Purplish orange bark in more mature trees
     
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    Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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