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Betula tianschanica

Also Known As

  • Betula alatavica
  • Betula crassijulis
  • Tian-shan Birch
  • Tianan Birch

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

Betula tianschanica plant details

Betula tianschanica is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula tianschanica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, distinctive bark, fall color, peeling bark, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula tianschanica

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare, peeling, pink-barked birch native to the mountains of Central Asia. Cream colored spring flowers attract butterflies, and double-toothed leaves that turn an attractive yellow in the fall.

Gardening facts about Betula tianschanica plant

How to Grow Betula tianschanica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • 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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