Japanese White Birch
Japanese White Birch (Betula platyphylla japonica)
Nursery stock in a grow pot, developed for vigor, trunk thickness, and branching. This species is known for its clean white bark, which becomes more prominent with age and sun exposure. Leaves are relatively small for a birch, making it a decent candidate for larger bonsai or naturalistic styles.
Fast-growing, cold-hardy, and responsive to pruning. Can be a rewarding but challenging project for growers who enjoy working with vigorous species.
Curved versions have had their trunks curved to create a more interesting trunk line. Others have been pruned to create more lower branching great for more formal bonsai styles.
📢 Cold-hardy to zone 3. Requires winter dormancy and should be kept outdoors year-round. In colder climates, place on the ground, mulch around the pot, and protect from wind.
Care tips:
Full sun encourages strong growth and bark color
Water regularly—doesn’t tolerate prolonged drought
Deciduous—drops leaves in fall, requires a winter rest
About Our Starters & Stock
As part of their training for future bonsai, our starters and stock trees are periodically pruned or trunk-chopped to encourage strong structure and desirable growth. If you’re purchasing for landscape use and prefer trees that have not been recently pruned or chopped, feel free to contact us before ordering to check the current status of the species you’re interested in!