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Water Birch (Red Birch)

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Water Birch (Red Birch)

Betula occidentalis

ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW

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.


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WATER BIRCH (RED BIRCH)
QUICK FACTS

Zone: 4a
Height: 12 m (40 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Fuzz/fluff: no
Catkins: yes
Bark: non-peeling, shiny, reddish brown and marked with white horizontal streaks
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Maintenance: low
Suckering: low
Pollution tolerance: medium

Other names: red birch

Tags: Accent Trees, All Items, Birch, Deciduous Trees, Feature Trees, Interesting Foliage, Native Alberta Plants, Native British Columbia Plants, Native Manitoba Plants, Native North America Plants, Native Northwest Territories Plants, Native Nunavut Plants, Native Saskatchewan Plants, Native Yukon Plants, Winter Interest

Ships to Canada: yes
Ships to USA: yes

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