In years past, the lovely white barked paper birches have been a problem in the landscape due to their susceptibility to bronze birch borers. A rigorous Wisconsin breeding program over the last thirty years has resulted in the availability of several hybrid paper birch varieties with increased resistance to the borers. Lovely in form, contrast and fall color, these wonderful additions to the modern landscape can transport you and a bit of your property into the spirit of the North Woods. Three and four stem clumps are the most popular form, as their graceful white stems contrast against the greens, browns and grays of the landscape as the four seasons roll along. Excellent varieties are Reflection, Oasis, Upright, Compact and the purple leafed Royal Frost. All are complex hybrids, most with good yellow/gold fall color, and the Royal Frost showing a striking addition of orange and red into the color show as the leaves put on their autumn spectacle. Plant in fertile soil for best results.
See more birch trees on our Shade Trees page.
