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Betula ermanii

Also Known As

  • Erman's Birch

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 50'-65'
  • W: 32'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Betula ermanii plant details

Betula ermanii is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula ermanii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 32 FT wide, 50 FT - 65 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, peeling bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula ermanii

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pinkish-white bark on its trunk contrasted with branches of orange-brown make this beautiful tall tree an excellent selection. S/M
(Erman's Birch) From northeast China. Chalky white bark. Exceptionally hardy. Leaves are alternate, simple, 2-4" long and 1.5" - 2.5" wide, triangular-ovate, coarsely serrated deep green in Summer with excellent yellow Fall color. Borer resistant.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Birch are often valued for their rich, yellow, autumn leaves and beautiful white bark and branches. This species is no exception. Its creamy-white bark is tinted pink, becoming orange-brown as it peels. A very exciting and handsome tree from N.E. Asia.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Betula ermanii plant

How to Grow Betula ermanii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 40'-50'

Width: 30'-40'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 10'-50'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-80'

Width: 25'-40'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 40'

Width: 20'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture
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