Transcaucasian birch (Betula medwediewii) is a shrub that can grow 3m – 8m tall and 3m – 8m wide.
This plant has several common names including: transcaucasian birch or Medwediew’s birch.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 10-20 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: transcaucasian birch, Medwediew’s birch
Scientific name: Betula medwediewii
Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Height: 3m – 8m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Coastal, Informal Garden, Wildlife Gardens
Planting type: Hedging & Screens
Seasonal colors
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How to plant Transcaucasian birch (Betula medwediewii) – Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing Transcaucasian birch (Betula medwediewii) – Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons



