Paper Birch

Name: Paper Birch
Brand: Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU: PGNE-21085
Price: 200.33 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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Size 8-10' tall MS 1-1.5" caliper (7-8' tall) 1.5-2" caliper (8-10' tall) 2-2.5" caliper (10-12' tall) 2.5-3" caliper (12-14' tall)

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Betula papyrifera

Choose Paper Birch if you want a native shade tree with white peeling bark for a cooler, roomier yard. The tradeoff: it is not the tidy, compact tree for tight foundations, dry heat, or formal rows.

Buy This If

You want native white bark.
You have room for a broad tree.
You like a natural multi-stem look.

Skip This If

You need a narrow street tree.
Your site stays hot and dry.
You want strong deer resistance.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	A-	The white bark gives it real winter presence, especially in natural or woodland-style plantings.
Growth Rate	B+	It puts on size at a useful pace when planted in a suitable, cooler site.
Maintenance	C+	It is not fussy in the right setting, but dry stress and site heat can make it harder to keep clean and healthy.
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	D	This is a broad shade tree and usually outgrows tight beds, small entries, and narrow side yards.
Screening Value	C	The canopy is too open to count on for dense privacy screening.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we would typically steer Paper Birch toward cooler, open properties where its bark can be seen and the roots are not fighting hot pavement or compacted soil.

Plant Facts

Mature Height	60 ft
Mature Width	40 ft
Hardiness Zones	4a-8a
Spacing	30 ft
Sun	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Average to moist
Growth Habit	Upright, oval, pyramidal

Customers Usually Ask

Is Paper Birch good near a house?

Only if you can give it real space away from the foundation, roofline, and utilities.

Does it need wet soil?

No, but it does better with steady moisture than in dry, exposed heat.

Is it mainly planted for shade or bark?

Both, but the bark is usually the reason people choose it over other shade trees.

Why Trees Are a Lasting Investment

Trees bring structure, shade, and long-term value to any landscape. From flowering ornamentals to strong canopy trees, they define property lines, create privacy, and provide cooling relief during the summer months. Over time, trees grow into the most impactful and permanent feature of a landscape, adding both beauty and property value.

Shade & Energy Efficiency - Mature trees reduce summer heat, lower cooling costs, and create comfortable outdoor living spaces.
Long-Term Property - Value Established trees significantly increase curb appeal and overall home value.
Year-Round Landscape - Impact From spring growth to fall color and winter structure, trees provide continuous seasonal interest.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-21085

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Paper Birch

Paper Birch

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PGNE Report Card

Our Experience

Plant Facts

Customers Usually Ask

Is Paper Birch good near a house?

Does it need wet soil?

Is it mainly planted for shade or bark?

Why Trees Are a Lasting Investment

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