Discovered in Alberta, Canada, ‘Parkland Pillar’ birch is a great choice for northern gardeners who need quick privacy on a tight lot. This fast-growing and handsome tree has a tall, narrow growth habit that makes it a top pick to screen side yards or fence lines. ‘Parkland Pillar’ is heat and drought resistant and can tolerate alkaline soils.
Name: Betula platyphylla ‘Parkland Pillar’
Growing Conditions: Sun
Size: 35–40 feet tall, 6–7 feet wide