Japanese White Birch ‘Whitespire’ – Betula platyphylla var. japonica | 600 Seeds | White Bark Ornamental Tree

Enhance your landscape with 600 Japanese White Birch ‘Whitespire’ (Betula platyphylla var. japonica) seeds. This fast-growing, hardy deciduous tree is prized for its brilliant white bark, graceful branching, and glowing golden-yellow fall color.

Native to Manchuria, Korea, and Japan, this pyramidal tree matures at 40–50 feet tall with a 15–30 foot spread. Its smooth white bark provides exceptional winter interest, while delicate spring catkins appear before the foliage fully emerges. The thin, spreading branches and slightly pendant branchlets create an elegant silhouette year-round.

The ‘Whitespire’ cultivar is especially valued for improved resistance to heat, drought, and birch borers, making it a stronger performer in landscape settings than many other white birches. Ideal for groves, specimen plantings, or naturalized areas.

You will receive:
✔️ 600 Japanese White Birch ‘Whitespire’ seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Germination instructions included
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌿 Growing Information
Common Name: Japanese White Birch ‘Whitespire’
Botanical Name: Betula platyphylla var. japonica
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–7
Mature Height: 40–50 feet
Spread: 15–30 feet
Shape: Pyramidal
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Water: Medium to Wet (prefers consistently moist soil)
Soil: Well-drained sandy or rocky loam; adaptable
Bloom Time: March–April
Fall Color: Golden Yellow
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Maintenance: Medium

🌱 Germination Instructions
Seeds are very small.

Stratify: Cold stratify for 30–60 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium.
Sow: Surface sow indoors — do not cover, as seeds require light for germination.
Light: Artificial light recommended for best results.
Keep soil evenly moist but not saturated.

💡 Growing Tip: Birch trees prefer cool root zones. Apply mulch to maintain moisture and protect roots. Prune only during dormancy if needed — avoid pruning in spring when sap is flowing.

🌳 Landscape Uses
• Specimen tree
• Planted in groves
• Ornamental shade tree
• Winter interest focal point
• Naturalized landscapes