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Greenland Birch
Betula pubescens subsp. tortuosa
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Greenland Birch should be watered regularly with well-draining soil. Water your plant once per week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Make sure to water when the top inch of soil is dry. In hot, dry weather, you may need to increase watering to twice a week. During the winter, when plants are dormant and growth slows, water less frequently, only when the soil begins to dry out.
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pruning
Greenland Birch should be pruned twice a year, once in the late winter and once shortly after the spring growth flush has passed. The amount of pruning should be relatively light, with the goal being to make sure the plant is not becoming overgrown and densely branched. Aim to remove dead or damaged branches, as well as any branches that are growing inwards towards the center of the tree. If the tree shape is becoming lopsided, then remove a few branches from the heavier side. Try to maintain the natural shape of the tree and remove no more than 1/4 of its total branches.Prune any branches that cross or rub against each other, as these can cause damage.