Whitespire Gray Birch
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Whitespire Gray Birch |
| Botanical Name | Betula populifolia 'Whitespire' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shade |
| Mature Height | 35 to 40 ft |
| Mature Width | 30 to 35 ft |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Bloom Color | Brown |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Bloom Period | April to May |
| Seasonal Interest | Fall, Winter |
| Foliage Color | Glossy green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Golden Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer resistant, Exfoliating Bark, Wet Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 7 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Wet |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
| Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
| Prune Notes | Any major pruning should not be done between May and August. Fresh wounds attract pests and diseases. General removal of diseased or broken branches can be done anytime. |