Betula nigra
River Birch
A large, oval native that is grown for its beautiful exfoliating tan bark. Used as a specimen. Dark green foliage turns an outstanding yellow in the fall.
- Vigorous, fast growing medium sized tree
- Leathery, deep green leaves turn yellow in fall
- Showy, exfoliating bark
- Category: Tree
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 40-70 ft
- Spread: 40-60 ft