
How to Prune Paper birch?
(Betula papyrifera)
Paper birch, also known as Canoe birch
Characterized by its striking white bark and triangular leaves, paper birch brightens landscapes across North America. To maintain health and shape, perform structural pruning in late winter or early spring, during dormancy. This timeframe prevents excessive sap loss and promotes vigorous growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches, and thin out dense areas to increase sunlight penetration and air circulation, vital for paper birch's resilience and aesthetic form. Pruning also mitigates potential disease spread by enabling quicker wound closure.