Dwarf Birch - Cesky Gold - 8"

Commonly known as Dwarf Birch 'Cesky Gold', is a compact and colorful deciduous shrub prized for its golden-orange foliage that emerges in spring and matures to a vibrant chartreuse. With a tidy, upright form and fine-textured leaves, this dwarf birch offers multi-season interest in a low-maintenance package. Ideal for small landscapes, borders, foundation plantings, and containers, 'Cesky Gold' provides structure and brightness without overwhelming nearby plants. It’s also deer-resistant, cold-hardy, and suitable for northern climates.

Key Features:

• Bright orange new growth matures to golden-green foliage.
• Compact size: Grows 2–4 feet tall and wide.
• Naturally dense, upright habit—no pruning required.
• Great for foundation plantings, massing, borders, and containers.
• Deer-resistant, cold-hardy, and tolerant of various soil types.
• Hardy in USDA Zones 2–7.

Plant Care Instructions:

• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during the first growing season; becomes moderately drought-tolerant once established.
• Soil: Grows best in well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types including clay and loam.
• Temperature & Hardiness Zone: Extremely cold-hardy to Zone 2 ( –43°C).
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if needed.
• Spacing: Plant 3–4 feet apart for borders or massing.
• Pruning & Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune only to maintain shape or remove deadwood in late winter.