Betula pendula subsp. mandshurica Dakota Pinnacle ('Fargo')
A large, deciduous tree, with large diamond-shaped, matt green leaves. Peeling white bark becomes black and roughened at the base with age. Leaves turn yellow in autumn.
Synonyms
Betula pendula subsp. mandshurica 'Fargo'Betula platyphylla 'Fargo'
see moreBetula platyphylla Dakota Pinnacle
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Neutral, Acid, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Genus
Betula can be deciduous trees or shrubs, usually colouring well in autumn and often with striking white, pink, or peeling brown bark; separate male and female catkins open before or with the leaves in spring
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, in full sun or light shade. See tree cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to birch borers, leaf-mining sawflies and aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus, a tree rust and powdery mildews
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