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Western Red Birch
Betula occidentalis fontinalis
Western Red Birch
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Multi-trunk tree with beautiful smooth cinnamon bark. Yellow-orange in fall. Does well along stream banks or in boggy soils.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Part of our native plants collection, a specialty of ours.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Western Red Birch get?
About 30' tall and 20' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Western Red Birch need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Western Red Birch need?
Heavy water use.
Will Western Red Birch grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 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 Western Red 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 Western Red 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.