Downy Birch – Betula Pubescens (Bare Root)

Product Description

Fast growing native small tree to 20 metres which will tolerate wetter acidic soils better than silver birch. It will grow in most soil types and is a highly ornamental and graceful tree often called the lady of the woods. It is a good choice in a mixed native hedge, as a fast growing deciduous screen which filters but does not obscure a view, or as a stand alone tree that can be coppiced for fuel. It is host to a wide range of colourful fungii. Plant young small plants as it does not transplant well(Gaeilge : Beith Chlumhach. Bark used to make boats and shoes.)