Betula ermanii - STD 20-25 CM RB

Description
The Erman's birch (Betula ermanii) is a broad, loose tree that produces greenish-yellow flowers arranged in catkins. They appear in April. These produce light brown fruits. The Erman's birch also has heart-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is creamy white, rolling. In a sunny location, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres and grows to a width of around 10 metres. The Erman's birch makes no special demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * Cannot be built over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Erman's birch are medium green, heart-shaped and alternate. They are about 8 - 10 cm in size. Erman's birch turns a bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
Creamy white, rolling bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Japan to Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Erman's birch has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, loose.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound dressing as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The greenish-yellow flowers of Erman's birch appear in catkins in April.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Root
Betula ermanii is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.