River Birch

Name: River Birch
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants®
Price: 89.99 USD
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Betula nigra

North American Native

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Peeling, cinnamon-colored bark provides year-round textural interest and landscape character. This fast-growing native tree is highly resistant to borers and thrives in wet soils where others fail.

Size at Maturity

Height 40'- 60' Spread 30'- 40'

Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9

Lowest Temperatures -30°F to -20°F

Light Requirements

Full sun to part sun- at least 4 hours direct sun per day

Host Plant For

Tiger Swallowtail, Mourning Cloak, Compton Tortoiseshell, Birch Dagger Moth, Luna Moth

Wildlife Benefits

Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Butterflies

Native Range

AL, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV

Special Conditions

Deer Resistant
Moderate Salt Tolerance
Wet Soil

Seasons of Interest

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter

How to Plant

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist, well-drained to wet, slightly acidic soil. Space 20–30 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch 3–4 inches deep, keeping mulch well away from the trunk.

Care Tips

Water deeply and regularly, especially during the first 2–3 seasons and dry periods. Once established it is adaptable and tolerates wet conditions remarkably well. Little pruning is needed- remove dead or crossing branches in late fall or early winter. River birch is more bronze birch borer resistant than other birches; keeping it healthy and well-watered further reduces risk. The beautiful, peeling, cinnamon-tan bark provides outstanding year-round interest. The fastest-growing and most adaptable native birch for landscape use.

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