Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure'

Also Known As

Betula plettkei 'Golden Treasure'
Golden Treasure Dwarf Birch

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

2a-8b

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Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure' plant details

Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with chartreuse and gold foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: compact, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure' Cesky Gold is a super hardy, dwarf birch hybrid that grows as an upright mounding shrub. Its foliage emerges in shades of yellow, orange, and red maturing to yellow and lime green. Allow it to grow as a fan-like or mounding shrub, prune it to shape, or use it as a vibrant hedge. That will get your neighbours' attention in Winnipeg and Saskatoon!

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Tiny leaves emerge deep-yellow tinged with orange-red before aging to a glowing yellow-chartreuse on this very hardy miniature birch. Left to grow naturally it will develop into a lovely vase-shaped 2-4' shrub, it also takes shearing and pruning well making it a choice plant for your container garden. This is a wonderful way to add a bright spot to your landscape! Cesky Gold® S-PSh/M PPAF