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

White Birch (Paper Birch) vs Dahurian Birch

Betula papyrifera

Betula davurica

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White Birch (Paper Birch)
Dahurian Birch

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.

Dahurian Birch is a rare and interesting ornamental with curling bark. This tree is the first to sprout on bare land and is tolerant of dry, gravelly, and infertile soils. Dahurian Birch can grow in industrial areas or exposed land as long as it has full sunlight.

This tree is ideal for landscaping, ornamental, and ecosystem services.

This tree is not well known, but is a favorite of nursery owners across the country.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Dahurian Birch seeds at SeedTime.ca.

White Birch (Paper Birch) Quick Facts

Dahurian Birch Quick Facts

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Zone: 2a
Zone: 4a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 14 m (45 ft)
Spread: 11 m (35 ft)
Spread: 7 m (22 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Bark: white, papery, peeling
Bark: showy grey brown bark that exfoliates as it ages
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low




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