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Black Cherry vs Water Birch (Red Birch)Prunus serotina Betula Occidentalis SOLD OUT SOLD OUT (we don't know if or when this product will be restocked) 
Black Cherry is common in eastern North America but a rare find elsewhere. This tree is shade tolerant and is often found in old fields, forest openings, and along fencerows.
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. BLACK CHERRY QUICK FACTSWATER BIRCH (RED BIRCH) QUICK FACTS
Zone:
2a
Zone:
4a
Height:
24 m (80 ft)
Height:
12 m (40 ft)
Spread:
14 m (45 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Moisture:
normal, wet
Moisture:
normal, wet
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Fuzz/fluff:
no
Catkins:
yes
Fall colour:
yellow to orange
Flowers:
white, blooming in april-may
Bark:
non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Growth rate:
medium
Growth rate:
medium
Life span:
medium
Life span:
medium
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Suckering:
low
Pollution tolerance:
high
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Toxicity: bark and wilted leaves toxic to livestock
Other Names:
mountain black cherry, wild cherry, wild rum cherry
Other Names:
red birch
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: no
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes |