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Mature Dakota Pinnacle Birch with upright conical form, dark green leaves and chalky white trunk.

Dakota Pinnacle® Birch

$800.00 - $1,000.00
$800.00
$800.00 - $1,000.00
$800.00
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Tree Size: 2.0" Caliper
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Quick Overview

Dakota Pinnacle® Birch is a stunning ornamental shade tree that catches the eye! Its upright, narrow canopy provides shade, while its dark green leaves contrast beautifully against its smooth, chalky white bark. In autumn, its leaves transform into a striking golden yellow. This tree is as cold-hardy as they come, which makes it a prime choice for Northern Illinois landscapes. Dakota Pinnacle® Birch tolerates urban pollution and will thrive in inner-city environments. Dakota Pinnacle® Birch is the tree for you if you are searching for an attractive and distinctive ornamental shade tree for your yard.

Why it rocks:

Dakota Pinnacle® Birch, also known as Fargo Asian White Birch, was developed by the North Dakota State University Research Arboretum. This tree was selected for its impressive resistance to Bronze Birch Borer and its upright, columnar branching habit. It features sharply toothed, glossy dark green leaves and produces slender catkins and nutlets that attract beautiful songbirds and butterflies. The dense canopy of Dakota Pinnacle® Birch provides ample shade and beautifully contrasts with its smooth, slightly exfoliating, chalky white bark. The ornamental appeal of this tree continues into autumn when its branches transform into a stunning yellow-gold hue. Dakota Pinnacle® Birch is an excellent choice for anyone seeking an eye-catching ornamental shade tree to enhance their yard.

Where to put it:

Dakota Pinnacle® Birch's narrow pyramidal form will allow it to grow comfortably in tight spaces such as berms, near property lines, or within small landscapes in general. It makes a beautiful accent in any landscape and offers privacy around decks and patios. It can be the stunning centerpiece of your front or backyard! Include it in your landscape design to add vertical interest. Thanks to its narrow, mature size and resilience to air pollution, it can thrive in city parkways and confined, challenging urban environments. Just remember to plant it about 7 to 8 feet away from nearby structures to allow it the space to fully grow its impressive form.

What it needs:

Dakota Pinnacle® Birch is a hardy, drought-resistant tree that thrives in moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate urban pollution and withstands strong winds due to its sturdy, upright branches. Additionally, it is highly resistant to both Bronze Birch Borer and Japanese Beetles. Following our tree care guidelines during the initial growing seasons will ensure the development of a strong & healthy root system.

Botanical Name: Betula platyphylla 'Fargo'
Hardiness Zone: 3
Tree Type: Shade | Ornamental & Flowering
Size Range: Medium Tree (25-40 feet)
Mature Height: 40'
Mature Spread: 15'
Shape: Pyramidal | Narrow
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Fall Color: Yellow/Gold
Flower Color: Yellow-green Catkin
Decorative Fruit: Nutlet
Landscape Uses: Accent | Shade | Parkway/Street | Privacy & Screening
Growth Rate: Rapid
Plant Tolerance: Very Adaptable
Standout Feature: Cold hardy, Outstanding fall color, Attractive white bark

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