White Birch (Paper Birch) vs Ironwood Tree - TreeTime.ca

White Birch (Paper Birch) vs Ironwood Tree

Betula papyrifera

Ostrya virginiana

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White Birch (Paper Birch)
Ironwood Tree

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.

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

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

White Birch (Paper Birch) Quick Facts

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

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Zone: 2a
Zone: 3a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 11 m (35 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: any
Light: full sun
Light: any
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: yes
Bark: white, papery, peeling
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




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