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Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963

Scientific Name: Betula platyphylla 'Fargo'

Also Known As

  • Betula platyphylla 'Dakota Pinnacle'
  • Dakota Pinnacle® Asian White Birch
  • Fargo Asian White Birch

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'
  • W: 8'

planting zones

  • 3a-7b

Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963 plant details

Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963 is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 30 FT tall
Uses: bonsai, columnar, distinctive bark, fall color, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, verticillium wilt and wind

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This columnar birch (to 30' x 8') selected by N. Dakota S. U. will not only fit in a tight space but do it in a lovely way with yellow-white bark and tolerance to summer heat, drought, alkaline soil, and pests. S/M PPAF

Gardening facts about Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963 plant

How to Grow Betula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle® PP10963

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 30'-40'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Size

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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

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Size

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Width: 25'-40'

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  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture
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