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Downy Birch thrives on a wider range of soils than Silver Birch, particularly damp soils. It is white barked and similar to Silver Birch but with a more upright growth habit. Younger specimens usually exhibit downy undersides to the leaves and on the stems. It is useful as a pioneer species for planting in difficult and exposed sites.
Not for forestry purposes.
Common name: White/Downy Birch.
Native: Northern Europe and Asia.
Provenance: Unknown
Size and spread (10 years): 10m x 4m
Treatment required:Requires pre chill.
Germinal seeds / kg: 210000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Most soils but prefers moist or wet soils.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 25m
| Weight | 5.00 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Betula |
| Size | Seed pack (approx 1050 seeds) |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | deciduous |
| Interest | autumn foliage |
| Wildlife | yes |
| Native | yes |
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