BETULA pumila

Commonly known as American dwarf birch, bog birch

Pointed and coarsely-toothed leaves. A North American shrub with an upright habit
  • Deciduous
    mid- to dark green, rounded, coarsely toothed leaves 1-4cm (½-1½in) long
  • Height
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Spread
    1m (39in)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Erect shrub with downy young shoots. Produces erect female catkins to 2cm (¾in) long
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
    Dappled shade

BETULA pumila

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Birch borers, birch leaf mining sawfly, aphids, birch rust, mildew, honey fungus
    Place of origin
    Eastern North America
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Dentate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Obovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Wet or boggy soil
    Will not tolerate standing water
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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1.5m (5ft)
Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1m (39in)
 

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