Betula platyphylla Japonica

Name: Betula platyphylla Japonica
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 12991u
Price: 309.82 NZD
Availability: InStock

Betula platyphylla japonica, Betula platyphylla var japonica

Betula platyphylla Japonica is a variety of Birch grown for its impressive, white stems and lovely form. It grows with an upright, conical habit and carries large, dark green leaves held on dark stems. The leaves and stems contrast well with the white trunk. Through autumn the leaves develop impressive golden tones before falling as it reaches 10 m tall and 6 m wide. Betula platyphylla Japonica is well suited to large parks and gardens where it is often planted in clusters. It also suits being used for screening and shelter where space affords.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	10.00 m
Spread:	6.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Betula platyphylla japonica, Betula platyphylla var japonica

Betula platyphylla Japonica Details

Betula platyphylla Japonica is a variety of Birch grown for its impressive, white stems and lovely form. It grows with an upright, conical habit and carries large, dark green leaves held on dark stems. The leaves and stems contrast well with the white trunk. Through autumn the leaves develop impressive golden tones before falling. Yellow catkins (small cones) are borne amidst the branches in spring and will often remain on the tree long after the leaves have fallen. It typically reaches 10 m tall and 6 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of coastal environments, moderate wind, cool climates, and frost. Betula platyphylla Japonica is well suited to large parks and gardens where it is often planted in clusters. It also suits being used for screening and shelter where space affords.