Overview
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' is a bushy, suckering shrubs in the genus Broussonetia, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and low maintenance.
About
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' is a bushy, suckering cultivar of the deciduous Broussonetia genus, known for its alternate leaf arrangement and dioecious flowering habit. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens where low maintenance is desired. 'Billardii' is of interest in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed, cuttings, division, or by removing suckers in winter.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Broussonetia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings, Division, Removing suckers in winter
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to canker and leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii'?
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' need?
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' hardy in the UK?
Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Broussonetia papyrifera 'Billardii'?
Seed, Semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings, Division, Removing suckers in winter.