River Birch | Betula nigra Size:7-8' B&B Growers as far south as

Growers as far south as the Carolinas have reported excellent success in production with this selection

Fragrant flowers

Native plant

A wonderful late summer bloomer bred by Geert Fortgens of the Arboretum Trompenberg in Rotterdam

River Birch | Betula nigra Size:7-8' B&B Growers as far south asThis vigorous grower has exfoliating bark that is salmon pink to orange. While it tolerates wet, poorly drained soils, it does well in upland soils, and is resistant to bronze birch borer. Clumps have three or more stems. Height: 45 50' Spread: 30 35' Shape: Oval Exposure: Full Sun Foliage: Glossy green Fall Foliage: Golden yellow Zone: 4 8