Unavailable
River Birch
Betula nigra
River Birch
Currently unavailable
Attractive buff-colored peeling bark is a wonderful backdrop for yellow fall foliage color. An impressive specimen, commonly found with several trunks. Tolerates moist areas. Deciduous. Full sun. Fast grower to 40 feet and taller, 30 feet and more wide.
Specifying this plant? Save it to a project in the shop, or match a whole plant schedule with Plant List Matcher.
Plant facts
Good to know
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does River Birch get?
About 40' tall and 30' wide at maturity.
How much sun does River Birch need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does River Birch need?
Heavy water use.
Will River Birch grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy River Birch in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy River Birch wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.