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Betula maximowicziana

Also Known As

Monarch Birch

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-50'
W: 30'

planting zones

5a-6b

Betula maximowicziana plant details

Betula maximowicziana is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula maximowicziana

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula maximowicziana

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A splendid Birch from Japan, this fast-growing 40-60' (100' in the wild) tree wears smooth creamy-yellow bark when young maturing to gray-white, its most remarkable feature is that it has the largest leaves of any birch, (3-6" long and 4" wide!), which are a spectacular sight when they turn butter yellow and flutter in the autumn breezes. S-PSh/M