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Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch

Betula papyrifera 'Reflection'

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At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

600 inches

Width

300 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6

Water

Medium to Moist

Humidity

Prefers lower humidity

Lifespan

40-50 years

Native To

North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Betula papyrifera, or Paper Birch, is a fast-growing, medium-sized deciduous tree native to northern North America, famous for its brilliant white, peeling bark and golden-yellow fall color. 'Renaissance Reflection' is a cultivar selected for its superior bronze birch borer resistance compared to the species. It also features clean, glossy green foliage and exceptionally white bark.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Provides unparalleled winter beauty with its brilliant white, exfoliating bark. The golden-yellow fall color is also outstanding. Its graceful form adds elegance to the landscape.

Grows relatively quickly, providing shade and structure sooner than many other trees. Can be planted as a single specimen or in a grove for a naturalistic screen.

Supports a wide variety of insects, which in turn feed birds. The seeds are eaten by birds like finches and siskins, and the catkins provide early pollen.

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site in full sun with acidic, moist, well-drained soil.
Plant in a location where the soil will remain cool.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball.
Set the tree at the same depth it was growing in the nursery.
Backfill with soil, water thoroughly to remove air pockets.
Apply a 3-4 inch layer of organic mulch over the root zone.

Pro Tip

Keep the root zone cool and moist with a thick layer of mulch to reduce stress and maximize borer resistance.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply and regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
Maintain a continuous layer of mulch over the roots.
Plant on the north or east side of a building to shade the root zone.
Plant in groups or groves to mimic its natural habitat.

Don't

Don't plant in hot, dry locations or compacted soil.
Avoid wounding the trunk with mowers or trimmers.
Don't prune in spring when sap is flowing heavily; prune in late summer.
Don't let the root zone dry out.

Seasonal Care Calendar

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Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Striking specimen for winter landscape interestPlanted in groves for a naturalistic woodland effectAccent tree with brilliant white bark and yellow fall color

Companion Plants

Athyrium filix-femina Hosta Carex pensylvanica Vaccinium angustifolium Amelanchier canadensis

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Good to Know

Common Questions

Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch questions

What zones can Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch grow in?

Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch is hardy in USDA Zones 4–6. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch deer resistant?

Yes — Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch bloom?

Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch typically blooms in early spring through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch need full sun?

Renaissance Reflection Paper Birch does best in full sun (6+ hours).