River Birch- Betula Nigra

Buy River Birch at TN Nursery. This tree grows best on wet ground; it is able to grow in higher elevations. It can be used as an ornamental tree as many love the appearance of the gritty peeling bark. It is capable of growing up to 100 feet but commonly remains near 80 feet. It is seen in flood plains swamps bogs and marshes all across the United States. It also is a sap-producer although it is used mainly for sweeteners and not syrups. It produces fruit late in the spring which are enjoyed by birds.

Choose Trees like the River Birch to Enjoy for Homes and gardens
 

Have a home or garden? These types of trees are excellent to landscape around fixtures like this. They are a native tree so you know they will be very hardy and they will eventually reseed themselves and Form new trees.
 

Trees are an excellent source to provide shade to your home and garden
 

Do you have a home or garden? This type of tree will shade homes and gardens which make them great places to be in the summer time. Some people like to plant trees around gardens and around their houses because of them being homes for animals. It makes homes and gardens look great.

Zone - 1-11

Mature Height: 40-50 ft.

Mature Width: 25-40 ft.

Growth/Year: 2-3 ft.

Sunlight: Full to Partial Sun

Soil Conditions: Adaptable to various soils, drought tolerant

Botanical Name: Betula nigra