Paper Birch - Betula papyrifera
Paper Birch
Paper Birch fall colour
Paper Birch leaf
Common Name: 
Paper Birch
Latin Name: 
Betula papyrifera
Eventual Size at Maturity: 
Height - 35ft Spread - 20ft
Space Requirements: 
At least 15ft from paved surfaces and buildings; 15ft from existing trees.
Form: 
Oval
Growth Rate: 
2 ft/year
Air Pollution Tolerant: 
No
Moisture Tolerant: 
No
Drought Resistant: 
No
Light Required: 
Full sun
Fall Colour: 
Yellow
Special Features: 
White papery bark takes 6 to 7 years to develop.
Wildlife: 
Flowers are nectar source for butterflies.
Tree Tips: 
Sensitive to air pollution and salt.