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River Birch
Betula nigra
Plant Description
A large oval, native, deciduous tree grown for its beautiful exfoliating tan bark and resistance to the bronze birch borer. It looks good when grown with multiple trunks and used as a specimen
Care Instructions
Prefers a moist, wet site most of the year, but perhaps drier during summer and fall. Prune in summer or fall to prevent "bleeding".
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Height: 40-50'
Flower Color: None
Foliage: Fall Foliage is Golden yellow
Location: Sun
Spread: 30-40'
Bloom Period: None
Shape: Pyramidal
Growth Rate: Fast