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River Birch Tree (2-3 Foot)

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🧬Scientific Name: Betula nigra

🗺️USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9

River Birch is a medium to large deciduous tree that can reach a height of 40-70 feet (12-21 m) and a spread of 40-60 feet (12-18 m). The foliage of River Birch is deciduous, with diamond-shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall.

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2-3 Foot

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River Birch – Heat-Tolerant Birch

Why River Birch (Betula Nigra)?

Betula nigra, often known as the river birch, is a birch species endemic to the Eastern United States. The river birch may be found in its native habitat near riverbanks, as its name indicates. Its bark on its trunk has a unique appearance and is often planted in clumps of 3 trees, which makes it a desirable decorative tree for use in landscaping. Deer and other animals that graze on vegetation consume the leaves, while a diverse group of songbirds enjoys feeding on seeds that may not be large but abundant.

The species is prized for its relatively quick development, resistance to birch borer, unusual curled bark, spreading limbs, and tolerance of both wetness and some degree of dryness.

The river birch can withstand mild dryness in addition to moderate levels of floods and is most successful when planted in acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained, and clay-based soils.

Since it thrives in soils that are too acidic for other species of hardwood trees, the river birch is often used for mining reclamation and erosion control in regions where mining is widespread.

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Plant Summary

Key Information for River Birch Tree (2-3 Foot) (Betula nigra):

  • 📏Size: River Birch is a medium to large deciduous tree that can reach a height of 40-70 feet (12-21 m) and a spread of 40-60 feet (12-18 m).
  • 🍂Foliage: The foliage of River Birch is deciduous, with diamond-shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall.
  • 🌼Flowers & Fruit: In spring, River Birch produces inconspicuous brownish-green flowers in drooping catkins. The female catkins give way to small, winged nutlets that disperse by wind.
  • ↕️Growth Habit: River Birch has an upright, pyramidal growth habit in its youth, becoming more rounded and open with age.
  • ☀️Sunlight: River Birch thrives in full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to various light conditions.
  • 🪨Soil: River Birch prefers moist to wet, well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils.
  • 🗺️Hardiness: River Birch is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.
  • 🧪pH Level: River Birch prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH between 5.0 and 7.5.
  • 🌳Pruning: Pruning of River Birch is best done in late winter or early spring. Remove any dead or diseased branches and prune to maintain a balanced structure.
  • 🐛Pests & Disease: River Birch is generally resistant to pests and diseases, but it may be susceptible to bronze birch borer and leaf spot. Proper care can prevent and manage potential issues.
Pollination Information

Pollination of River Birch Tree (2-3 Foot) (Betula nigra):

River Birch is monoecious, meaning it has separate male and female flowers on the same tree. The inconspicuous male catkins release pollen, which is carried by the wind to the female catkins for pollination. Once pollinated, the female catkins develop into small nutlets with papery wings, allowing them to be carried by the wind to new locations for germination. River Birch's ability to thrive in wet and flood-prone areas makes it an ideal tree for stabilizing streambanks and providing habitat for various wildlife species. Its distinctive peeling bark and graceful form also make it a popular ornamental tree for landscapes and gardens.

Fertilization

Fertilization

It is generally recommended to wait to fertilize a bare root plant until it has been established in the ground and is actively growing. This can vary depending on the type of plant and the growing conditions, but it is generally best to wait at least a few weeks to a few months after planting.

During the first year, you should focus on providing the plant with the right amount of water, sunlight and soil to help it become established. Once the plant has become established and is actively growing, you can begin to fertilize it.

You can use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one that is specifically formulated for the type of plant you have. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package and apply it at the recommended rate.

It is also important to note that over-fertilizing can be harmful to plants, so it's always best to error on the side of caution and start with a lower amount of fertilizer and increase as needed.

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