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Dakota Pinnacle Birch
Dakota Pinnacle Birch
$281.00
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Low stock: 2 left
Betula platyphylla 'Fargo'
Choose Dakota Pinnacle Birch if you want the white-bark birch look in a narrow footprint. The tradeoff: it still wants decent soil moisture and good light, so skip it for hot, dry, compacted spots.
Buy This If
- You want a narrow birch.
- You need upright screening.
- Your soil holds some moisture.
Skip This If
- The site dries out hard.
- You need a short tree.
- Overhead wires are nearby.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The white bark and upright shape give strong structure without taking over the bed. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It fills in at a useful pace, but it is not an instant wall. |
| Maintenance | B | Its improved borer resistance helps, but birches still do best when watered during dry stretches. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A | The tight upright form works well where a rounded shade tree would crowd the space. |
| Screening Value | B+ | It gives height and filtered privacy, though it will not block like an evergreen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for customers who want birch character without using a wide, multi-stem tree. Give it room above and avoid harsh, dry planting strips.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 35 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 12.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-7b |
| Spacing | 15 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Upright, narrow, columnar |
Customers Usually Ask
Is it better than standard white birch?
Yes, it was selected for improved resistance to bronze birch borer.
Will it make a solid privacy wall?
No, it gives height and screening, but it is not a dense evergreen.
Does it need pruning?
Very little; protect the central leader and remove damaged branches as needed.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
We grow and source ornamental trees selected specifically for New England performance — not just appearance, but reliability, structure, and long-term success in local conditions.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22068
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