PAPER BIRCH Betula papyrifera
• A beautiful, iconic northern tree valued for its brilliant white peeling bark, which provides exceptional year‑round ornamental interest and stands out dramatically in winter landscapes.
• Features an airy, open canopy with bright green, serrated leaves that turn clear golden‑yellow in fall, adding seasonal contrast to prairie plantings.
• Produces small, early‑spring catkins that are light, dry, and not considered messy; they provide an important early pollen source for native insects.
• Prefers moist, well‑drained soils but adapts to a range of conditions; performs best with consistent moisture but shows moderate drought tolerance once established in cooler climates.
• Hardy and fast‑growing, with good tolerance to cold and wind; best sited where roots can stay cool and moist.
• Full Sun to Part Shade
• Zone 2, 12–20 m Height × 8–10 m Width
