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Betula medwediewii

Also Known As

  • Birch Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'

planting zones

  • 5a-6b

Betula medwediewii plant details

Betula medwediewii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula medwediewii

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, peeling bark, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula medwediewii

USDA Zones: 5a - 6b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Different and special, this shrub/tree grows 15-20' high, spreading to 15' wide and is further distinguished by glossy corrugated leaves that turn bright yellow in fall, long glossy winter buds, and brown peeling bark. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Betula medwediewii plant

How to Grow Betula medwediewii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • 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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Scientific Name: Betula nigra 'Cully'

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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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aka Betula pendula 'Cutleaf', Cutleaf European White Birch, Cutleaf Weeping Birch

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 40'

Width: 20'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Betula pendula 'Trost's Dwarf', Trost's Dwarf European White Birch

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture
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