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Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001946
11/12/99

Betula x 'Avalzam'--Avalzam Birch


Hardiness Zones: 4
Height: 50 ft Spread: 35 ft Form: oval
Type: deciduous tree
Annual Growth Rate: more than 18 inches

Comments: This Asian birch (Vis. 1) has lustrous green
leaves. The bark on young trees is tan but gradually
becomes white. 'Avalzam' is reported a being resistant to
bronze birch borer.

References for Cultivars: Lake County Nursery 1999.


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