Birch, 8in, Cesky Gold™ Golden Treasure Dwarf

A dwarf, shrub-form birch that offers tiny, golden leaves that emerge in hues of orange and red. Responds well to pruning and can be used as a miniature patio tree. Extreme cold tolerance. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. A Proven Winners® Color Choice® variety.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 60 - 120cm (24 - 48in.)
Mature Spread: 60 - 120cm (24 - 48in.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Rabbit Resistant, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant

Ornamental Features

Foliage Colour: Golden yellow, orange, and red, turning chartreuse.

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is necessary but can be shaped if desired.
Light: Full sun to part shade.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil.
Soil: Thrives in deep, loamy, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soil amended with sand or gravel.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.