Betula platyphylla 'Fargo'
Birch - Dakota Pinnacle®
The Dakota Pinacle® Birch tree is know for its narrow columnar growth form. Developed by North Dakota State University, this birch tree is cold hardy, and drought/wind tolerant once established. Its dark green leaves turn a golden yellow in autumn, putting on a beautiful show that lasts longer than many trees. The bark from this birch is white and smooth, and will exfoliate a bit as it grows older.
This highly adaptable tree will grow in a wide variety of soil and mositure conditions, and is tolerant of heavy air pollution. Deer resistant.
Our plants come with extra large and fibrous root systems, ready to plant and flourish!
Key Plant Details
Planting Zones:
3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Soil Type:
Clay, Sandy, Loamy
Light Requirement:
Part Shade, Part Sun, Sun
Moisture:
Dry, Wet
Plant Characteristics
Mature Size:
10-12 foot spread, 30-40 feet in height
Annual Growth Rate:
Moderate
Shop By Use:
Deer Resistant, Fall Color
Care Tips
Care Tips - Growing:
It is recommended that trees be mulched and supplementary water supplied in stressful sites. Mulch will assist with winter protection in exposed locations or colder zones.
Care Tips - Pruning:
Pruning is not needed
Care Tips - Soil:
It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Care Tips - Uses:
Specimen plant, Mass plantings, Tolerant of urban pollution and will thrive in city environments.
Zone Map
This plant will grow in these zones
