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River Birch

Scientific name	Betula nigra
Common name	River Birch
Type	Trees
Variety	Deciduous
USDA Zone hardiness	4a - 8b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	40 to 50'
Spread	30 to 40'

This river bottom native also does well on upland soils. Resistant to bronze birch borer, it has nice yellow fall color and attractive cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark for an interesting winter effect. Before planting, bareroot River Birth trees should be sweated. Clumbs have three or more stems.