Betula Utilis Doorenbos (birch)

Betula utilis 'Doorenbos' is an ornamental birch highly valued for its pure white shell, which exfoliates decoratively and becomes more intense with maturity. Main features:

• Height: 8–12 m (sometimes up to 15 m at maturity)

• Width: 4–6 m

• Crown: conical-oval, elegant branches

• Shell: bright white when young, with fine exfoliation

• Leaves: glossy green, golden yellow autumn

• Growth: fast, vigorous

• Longevity: big

 Planting requirements

• Light: full sun → more intense bark color

• Soil: moist-well-drained, slightly acid-neutral

• Watering: regular in the first 2–3 years; does not tolerate prolonged drought

• Mulching: recommended for superficial roots

• Cuts: minimum; it is formed naturally

 Resistance & climate

• Resistance: up to -25 / -28°C (ideal for Moldova & Romania)

• Prefer areas cool, avoid heat and very dry soils