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Whitespire Birch

Scientific name	Betula populifolia 'Whitespire'
Common name	Whitespire Birch
Type	Trees
Variety	Deciduous
USDA Zone hardiness	4a - 9b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	30 to 40'
Spread	20 to 30'

This birth is tolerant of high temperatures and resistant to bronze birch borer. Fine textured in twigs and foliage, it thrives in a wide range of soils. The chalk white bark does not exfoliate. Generally grown from seed. Photo provided by Forest Farm Nursery.