SCIENTIFIC NAME: Betula platyphylla 'Jefpark'

COMMON NAME: Parkland Pillar® Birch

GARDEN SIZE: 40 feet tall x 6-7 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Fast

USDA ZONE: 3-7

EXPOSURE: Full sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers moist, acidic, sandy, or rocky, well-drained loam. Tolerates wet, occasionally dry, and occasionally flooded conditions. Needs consistent moisture, good drainage, and is best in moist environments.

HABIT (FORM): Columnar, narrow, upright, and dense habit

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; dark green foliage turning golden in late fall

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous

PLANT ORIGIN: Asia

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a food source for local insects and wildlife.

FERTILIZING: May apply organic compost in the spring.

PRUNING: No pruning is necessary. If shaping is desired, birch may be trimmed during dormancy.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally safe for pets.

USES: Specimen, shade, rain garden, riparian areas