Birch - Chickadee - #7

The Birch - Chickadee (Betula papyrifera 'Chickadee') is a refined and improved selection of native paper birch, specially bred for superior cold hardiness and bronze birch borer resistance. It features classic white, exfoliating bark, a graceful upright habit, and dark green foliage that turns golden-yellow in the fall.

Ideal for prairie and northern landscapes, Chickadee Birch offers native beauty, improved vigor, and excellent adaptability in colder regions.

Key Features:

Beautiful white peeling bark for year-round visual interest.

Upright, pyramidal growth habit—perfect for shade or ornamental use.

Resistant to bronze birch borer and leaf spot diseases.

Brilliant golden-yellow fall foliage.

Extremely cold-hardy (zones 2–6).

Great for naturalized plantings, windbreaks, or focal points.

Care Instructions:

Sunlight: Prefers full sun to light shade.

Soil: Grows best in moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and sandy soils.

Watering: Requires consistent watering, especially in hot or dry conditions.

Pruning: Prune in late summer or fall to avoid sap bleeding.

Fertilization: Apply a slow-release tree fertilizer in spring if needed.

Maintenance: Mulch to retain soil moisture and protect roots; avoid planting in extremely dry or compacted sites.