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Betula lenta

Also Known As

Sweet Birch

Plant type

tree

size

H: 75'
W: 40'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Betula lenta plant details

Betula lenta is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula lenta

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 FT wide, 75 FT tall
Uses: bonsai, distinctive bark, fall color, fragrant, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula lenta

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A truly handsome birch species (40-70') native to the eastern United States. Sometimes mistaken for a cherry tree due to its beautifully smooth, mahogany-colored, cherry-like bark, the lovely emerald-green leaves have fine yellow fall color; a strong evergreen aroma pervades the leaves and twigs and this species was used to make oil of wintergreen before modern synthesis; the sap can be used in Birch beer or boiled into a syrup; a fine and useful tree. S /M

By: Forestfarm

Nice, pyramidal shape - becoming more rounded as it ages. Dark green leaves provide nice yellow color in fall. Said to have been a source of Wintergreen oil back in the day. Also known as Black Birch or Cherry Birch. Growth Rate fast