Dwarf Birch
Dwarf birch
Dwarf Birch (Betula nana) Betula nana is a small dwarf shrub, native to arctic and cool temperate regions, especially tundra landscapes. It will grow in a variety of conditions, though it favors wet but well-drained sites with a rocky, nutrient-poor, acidic soil. It does not tolerate shade well.
How big does a dwarf river birch get?
This highly ornamental multi-branched tree only grows 10′ tall and 12′ wide, making it ideal for small yards.
Is dwarf birch a shrub?
Dwarf Birch is a deciduous, low and spreading shrub. Native to tundra landscapes, it is cold-hardy. Generally, this plant is called Betula nana though other hybrids (below) are also commonly called Dwarf Birch. Part of the Betulaceae family, it is related to more than 150 species of trees and shrubs.
What does a dwarf birch look like?
Its branches or twigs are a dull dark brown colour and are quite stiff. As with downy birch, the twigs are covered in a fine down. The leaves are small, reaching a maximum width of 2 cm., round in shape and have a few large, rounded and regularly-spaced teeth on their margins.
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