River Birch
River Birch (Betula nigra) naturally grows along riverbanks. But as a landscape tree, it can be planted almost anywhere. The species is valued for its relatively rapid growth, tolerance of wetness and some drought, unique curling bark, spreading limbs, and relative resistance to birch borer. A favorite tree for black-capped chickadees. Brilliant yellow fall color.
Growth Rate: Rapid (10-15”/yr.)
Soils: Sand, loam, Clay
Moisture: Moist to wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun, part sun
Mature Height: 50-75 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Low
Other: Ornamental, good in wet soil, tolerates some compaction
River Birch (Betula nigra) naturally grows along riverbanks. But as a landscape tree, it can be planted almost anywhere. The species is valued for its relatively rapid growth, tolerance of wetness and some drought, unique curling bark, spreading limbs, and relative resistance to birch borer. A favorite tree for black-capped chickadees. Brilliant yellow fall color.
Growth Rate: Rapid (10-15”/yr.)
Soils: Sand, loam, Clay
Moisture: Moist to wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun, part sun
Mature Height: 50-75 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Low
Other: Ornamental, good in wet soil, tolerates some compaction
River Birch (Betula nigra) naturally grows along riverbanks. But as a landscape tree, it can be planted almost anywhere. The species is valued for its relatively rapid growth, tolerance of wetness and some drought, unique curling bark, spreading limbs, and relative resistance to birch borer. A favorite tree for black-capped chickadees. Brilliant yellow fall color.
Growth Rate: Rapid (10-15”/yr.)
Soils: Sand, loam, Clay
Moisture: Moist to wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun, part sun
Mature Height: 50-75 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Low
Other: Ornamental, good in wet soil, tolerates some compaction