Himalayan Birch Group

Discussion in 'Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest' started by SkirretUK, Oct 4, 2011.

  1. SkirretUK

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    Hi! Does sap from Betula utilis var jacquemontii and/or sap from aphids on them cause stickiness and sooty mold and will it stain paving and vehicles beneath it? A nursery recommended not planting Himalayan birch (in Victoria) for this reason. Is this is a recognised problem?
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Caused by aphid 'pee'.
     
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    I don't see this species dripping here to the same extent as Betula pendula.
     
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