Renaissance Reflection Birch
Betula papyrifera 'Renci'
This birch has unique bark, when young it is dark brown and covered in lenticels, as it matures it turns white and starts to exfoliate. The peeling white bark of this birch makes a beautiful papery effect for any garden. It is a pickier cultivar and mildly drought tolerant. It does not do well in poor soil conditions or with air pollution.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-70 ft. | 20-30 ft. | 2-7 | Fast | Medium to High |
Leaf
Simple, dark green pointed leaves. Golden fall color.
Fruit
Non-fruiting.
Flower
Brown or green catkins, not showy.
Advantages
Low maintenance, excellent for shade once grown.
Disadvantages
Should not dry out, does poor in long periods of drought. Needs regular and deep watering.