Paper Birch Hedging | Betula papyrifera
Add texture and dappled shade
Grown by Cameron
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
Bare Root Plant (3-5 per metre)
100-125cm inc. roots on arrival
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Paper Birch Hedging
Betula papyrifera
- Extremely hardy upright deciduous hedge with peeling bark
- A striking native hedge with white bark that peels as it grows, yellow catkins and deep green leaves that turn golden yellow in autumn
- Plant as a single species or mixed wildlife-friendly hedge
- A fully hardy tree which will reach a height of up to 12m but can easily be maintained at lower heights as a hedge
- Low maintenance, frost proof and easy to grow even in exposed, windy areas
What to expect
Height on arrival
Eventual height
Eventual spread
Habit
Hardiness
Spacing
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
While the Paper Birch Hedging is primarily used for hedging, it can be kept in a large container (at least 50 litres) for its first few years.
How big does it get?
The Paper Birch Hedging typically reaches a mature height of 10 to 15 metres and a spread of 8 to 10 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Paper Birch Hedging generally prefers full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden boundaries.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Paper Birch Hedging is versatile and will grow well in most soil types, provided they are relatively well-drained.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Paper Birch Hedging thrives in moist conditions and requires about 25 to 50 millimetres of water per week.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Paper Birch Hedging does not strictly need pruning, but can be lightly trimmed to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged wood.
How hardy is this plant?
Betula papyrifera is extremely hardy with an RHS rating of H7, tolerating temperatures below -20°C and thriving even in the coldest UK regions.
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Meet Cameron
Putting shrubs in the starlight (and boy do they shine…)
Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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