Dahurian Birch vs Water Birch (Red Birch) - TreeTime.ca

Dahurian Birch vs Water Birch (Red Birch)

Betula davurica

Betula occidentalis

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Dahurian Birch
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Dahurian Birch is a rare and interesting ornamental with curling bark. This tree is the first to sprout on bare land and is tolerant of dry, gravelly, and infertile soils. Dahurian Birch can grow in industrial areas or exposed land as long as it has full sunlight.

This tree is ideal for landscaping, ornamental, and ecosystem services.

This tree is not well known, but is a favorite of nursery owners across the country.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Dahurian Birch seeds at SeedTime.ca.

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.

This tree grows small enough for yards with limited space.

It is an attractive ornamental with reddish non-peeling bark.

Note: Unfortunately this difficult to grow species is not currently scheduled to grow at TreeTime.ca. Perhaps try purchasing seed from SeedTime.ca and growing your own? Or sign up for a restock notification above.

Dahurian Birch Quick Facts

Water Birch (Red Birch) Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 14 m (45 ft)
Height: 12 m (40 ft)
Spread: 7 m (22 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Bark: showy grey brown bark that exfoliates as it ages
Bark: non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: asian black birch
Other Names: red birch