Scientific Name
Betula grossa

Common Name
Japanese cherry birch
Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; moist well drained soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Pyramidal
Height: 20 to 25'
Width: 20 to 25'
Leaf: 2 to 4" alternate, simple leaves; yellow fall color
Flower/Fruit: Nonshowy flowers
Comments: Reddish brown bark; casts light shade; shallow roots
Cultivars: --
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