White Birch (Paper Birch) vs Bog Birch - TreeTime.ca

White Birch (Paper Birch) vs Bog Birch

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Bog Birch
White Birch (Paper Birch)

Dwarf Birch, also known as Bog Birch for its common occurrence in wet areas, is a small deciduous shrub native to North America.

Found growing up into the arctic circle, this is one of the few trees that grows that far north.

Common in riparian zones and boreal forests across Western Canada. It is a common reclamation species.

This species is often used by local artisans to twist into shapes like willow and make decorative hearts, circles, etc.

White Birch is a large, attractive deciduous tree. This fast-growing, cold hardy species has distinctive white papery bark that peels in layers, making it a beautiful ornamental or accent tree. White Birch also makes great firewood.

Bog Birch Quick Facts

White Birch (Paper Birch) Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 2a
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Spread: 11 m (35 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: red-orange
Bark: white, papery, peeling
Growth rate: very fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Other Names: american white birch, canoe birch, paper birch