River Birch

• River Birch (betula nigra) Needs a wet environment such as by a creek or pond. Hardy in Zones 4 - 9.
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  • floridata.com "River birch is an excellent tree for small properties, especially in wetter areas by a pond or along a stream. It grows rapidly and has attractive foliage, twigs, and bark. Plant river birch where the showy exfoliating bark on the trunk can be appreciated."
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  • University of Florida
  • UF School of Forestry Resources & Conservation