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Water Birch (Red Birch) for sale
Water Birch (Red Birch)
Betula occidentalis
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.
Water Birch (Red Birch) Quick Facts
Zone:
4a
Height:
12 m (40 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Moisture:
normal, wet
Growth rate:
medium
Life span:
medium
Suckering:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Bark:
non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Hybrid:
no
Fuzz/fluff:
no
Catkins:
yes
Other Names:
red birch
Water Birch (Red Birch) Quick Facts
Zone:
4a
Height:
12 m (40 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Moisture:
normal, wet
Growth rate:
medium
Life span:
medium
Suckering:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Bark:
non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Hybrid:
no
Fuzz/fluff:
no
Catkins:
yes
Other Names:
red birch
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