Birch River

River Birch | Betula nigra

This river bottom native also does well on upland soils. Resistant to bronze birch borer, it has nice yellow fall color, and attractive cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark for an interesting winter effect. Clumps have three or more stems.

Height: 40-50'

Spread: 30-40'

Shape: Oval

Exposure: Full Sun

Foliage: Dark green

Fall Foliage: Golden yellow

Zone: 4-8