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River Alder vs Water Birch (Red Birch)Alnus incana Betula Occidentalis NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON (we don't know if or when this product will be restocked) 
River Alder is a large shrub or small tree with a multi-stemmed, spreading habit. It is an excellent tree to plant if you want to stabilize the soil near rivers and creeks.
Water Birch, also known as Red Birch, is a waterside plant native to western North America. This multi-stemmed species is ideal for wetlands. It tolerates being planted in heavy clay and wet soil conditions. RIVER ALDER QUICK FACTSWATER BIRCH (RED BIRCH) QUICK FACTS
Zone:
1a
Zone:
4a
Height:
8 m (25 ft)
Height:
12 m (40 ft)
Spread:
4 m (12 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Moisture:
normal, wet
Moisture:
normal, wet
Light:
full sun
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Fuzz/fluff:
yes
Fuzz/fluff:
no
Catkins:
yes
Catkins:
yes
Fall colour:
yellow to orange
Bark:
non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Growth rate:
fast
Growth rate:
medium
Life span:
short
Life span:
medium
Maintenance:
low
Suckering:
none
Suckering:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Other Names:
red birch
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: no
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes |