Betula michauxii is a diminutive birch species found in the bogs, riverbanks, and moist, peaty meadows of Newfoundland and Quebec. Typically reaching a height of approximately 50 cm, it features brown bark and slender branches that support small, rounded leaves with serrated edges, exhibiting a mid-green hue. In spring, it produces tiny male catkins, which are yellow-brown and measure up to 1 cm in length, emitting a sweet, minty scent.

Betula comprises both deciduous trees and shrubs, known for their vibrant autumn foliage and distinctive bark that can be white, pink, or brown and peeling. In spring, male and female catkins emerge separately, preceding or coinciding with leaf growth.

Betula michauxii

Betula microphylla

Betula nana is a small birch that reaches a maximum height of 75 cm. It features small, rounded leaves with serrated edges that display vibrant red and yellow hues in the fall. This species is well-suited for rock gardens.

Betula nana

Betula nana 'Glengarry'

Betula nana 'Walter Ingwersen'

A rapidly growing deciduous tree, Betula nigra can reach heights of up to 18 meters. It features a conical shape and distinctive shaggy bark that peels in layers, initially displaying shades of pinkish-orange before maturing to brown, dark gray, or nearly black, with older specimens exhibiting a ridged texture. The glossy green leaves are diamond-shaped and shift to yellow during the fall. In early spring, this tree produces yellow-brown male catkins that can grow up to 8 centimeters in length.

Betula nigra

Betula nigra 'Black Star' is a rapidly growing, deciduous tree that reaches approximately 15 meters in height. This tree exhibits a light and open form. It is notable for its distinctive bark, which starts as a papery, peeling mix of pinkish-orange and brown, maturing to reveal a broader spectrum of color over time. The glossy green leaves transition to yellow in the fall. In early spring, it produces yellow-brown male catkins.

Betula nigra 'Black Star'

A rapidly expanding deciduous tree, Betula nigra 'Cully' reaches heights of up to 18 meters. It features a conical shape and distinctive, shaggy bark that is creamy-brown with orange hues, peeling in layers. As the tree matures, the bark develops ridges. The leaves are glossy dark green and exhibit a diamond shape, transforming to golden-yellow in the fall. In early spring, it produces yellow-brown male catkins that can grow up to 8 centimeters in length.

Betula nigra 'Cully'

Betula nigra 'Dickinson'

Betula nigra 'Little King'

Betula nigra 'Peter Collinson'

'Shiloh Splash' is a bushy, deciduous tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its bark, which begins as a pinkish-orange, eventually matures to a deep brown and peels away in strips. The leaves are a glossy dark green with creamy-white margins that have a hint of pink when new. In autumn, the foliage transitions to a yellow hue.

Betula nigra 'Shiloh Splash'

A graceful, weeping deciduous tree reaching up to 6 meters tall, featuring pinkish, exfoliating bark. Its dark green foliage shines throughout the growing season, transitioning to yellow as autumn approaches.

Betula nigra 'Summer Cascade'PBR

Betula nigra 'Wakehurst' is a rapidly growing, deciduous tree that reaches heights of 10 to 15 meters. This particular cultivar features distinctive shaggy bark that begins as a pinkish-orange and peels away to reveal a brown inner layer, developing ridges as it ages. The leaves are diamond-shaped and glossy, displaying a pale to mid-green hue that transforms to butter-yellow in the fall. In early spring, the tree produces elongated, yellow-brown male catkins that can grow up to 8 centimeters in length.

Betula nigra 'Wakehurst'

Betula nigra Dura-Heat ('Bnmtf')

Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact ('Studetec')

Betula occidentalis

Betula occidentalis 'Inopina'

This deciduous tree features a conical shape and distinctive white bark that flakes off to expose a pale orange layer underneath. It produces yellow male catkins and has dark green foliage that transitions to yellow hues in the fall.

Betula papyrifera

Betula papyrifera 'Belle Vue'

A sizable deciduous tree reaching approximately 20 meters in height, Betula papyrifera 'Saint George' features a trunk adorned with white and light tan bark that peels away in thin sheets, offering a stark contrast to its dark brown branches. The tree's smooth, small, dark green leaves transition to shades of yellow and orange in the fall. In early spring, it produces yellow male catkins that can grow up to 10 centimeters long.

Betula papyrifera 'Saint George'

Betula papyrifera 'Vancouver'

Betula pendula, commonly known as the silver birch, is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 25 meters. It features a narrow, conical shape with slender branches that arch gracefully downwards. The tree's bark is distinctive, starting as white and peeling away to reveal a darker, more textured surface at the base. Its leaves are diamond-shaped with serrated edges, displaying a mid-green hue that transitions to yellow during the autumn months. In early spring, the tree produces yellow-brown catkins that add seasonal interest.

Betula pendula

Betula pendula 'Bibor'

Betula pendula 'Black Prince'

Betula pendula 'Crimson Frost' is a deciduous tree that typically reaches a height of around 12 meters, featuring a narrow, conical form and slender, drooping branches. Its bark peels away in white layers, transitioning to a rough, black texture near the base. The tree's diamond-shaped leaves are dark purple with serrated edges, providing a striking contrast against the white bark. In autumn, these leaves shift to yellow-orange. Male catkins emerge in early spring, displaying a yellow-brown hue.

Betula pendula 'Crimson Frost'

Betula pendula 'Decorticata'

Betula pendula 'Filigree Lace'

Betula pendula 'Golden Beauty'

Betula pendula 'Splendor White'PBR

Betula pendula arvii

Betula pendula cf. subsp. mandshurica

Betula pendula cf. subsp. szechuanica

Betula pendula hybrid

Betula pendula subsp. mandshurica

Betula pendula subsp. mandshurica Dakota Pinnacle ('Fargo') is a substantial deciduous tree characterized by its broad, diamond-shaped leaves that exhibit a matte green hue. The tree's white bark peels away, revealing a darker, rough texture at the base as it matures. In the fall, the foliage transforms to a vibrant yellow.

Betula pendula subsp. mandshurica Dakota Pinnacle ('Fargo')

This deciduous tree features a narrow, conical shape and has slender, drooping branches. The bark is initially white, transitioning to a rough, dark appearance near the base. The leaves are diamond-shaped, deep green with serrated margins, and transform to a vibrant yellow in the fall. In spring, it produces yellow-green catkins.

Betula pendula subsp. pendula

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Bangor'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Crispa'

This large, deciduous tree is uncommon in gardens and features drooping branch tips along with finely cut, diamond-shaped leaves. Its white bark peels away, darkening to a rough black texture at the trunk's base as it matures. In early spring, it produces yellow-brown catkins, and its foliage transforms to yellow in the fall.

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Dalecarlica' ambig.

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Dark Prince'

This upright tree reaches heights of up to 12 meters. It features pale bark and vibrant green foliage that transitions to yellow in the fall. The branches exhibit a slightly twisted growth pattern, contributing to its dense appearance.

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Fastigiata'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Globe'PBR

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Golden Beauty' is a medium-sized, deciduous birch characterized by its pyramidal growth habit and serrated foliage. The leaves display a golden hue, while the tree features smooth, silver-white bark. It can attain a height of approximately 7 meters and exhibits good resistance to leaf scorch.

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Golden Beauty'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Golden Fountain'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Golden Obelisk'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Gracilis'

Betula pendula subsp. pendula 'Karaca' PBR is a compact deciduous tree characterized by its white bark and gracefully arching branches. The leaves are finely divided and feathery, starting as a bright yellow-green in spring, transitioning to a deep green during the summer months, and finally changing to a vibrant yellow in autumn. In late winter and early spring, this variety produces yellow-green catkins.

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