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Water Birch

Betula Occidentalis

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Overview

Betula occidentalis, or Water Birch, is a multi-stemmed, deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 3-7. Typically reaching 30 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide, it features a rounded canopy with reddish-brown bark exfoliating in thin sheets. Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun. Noted for yellow fall foliage, it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and wildlife habitat. Hardy and adaptable.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 4–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and wildlife habitat
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun; tree with yellow bloomsWater Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Betula occidentalis, or Water Birch, is a multi-stemmed, deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 3-7Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — yellow flowers in the gardenWater Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape and encourage strong structure; reaching mature heights between 30 to 40Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — serving as a habitat and food source for local wildlife; tree for full or halfWater Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — shrubby form possesses a rugged allure; typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils+78

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and wildlife habitat
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun; tree with yellow blooms
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Betula occidentalis, or Water Birch, is a multi-stemmed, deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 3-7
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — yellow flowers in the garden
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape and encourage strong structure; reaching mature heights between 30 to 40
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — serving as a habitat and food source for local wildlife; tree for full or half
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — shrubby form possesses a rugged allure; typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — imparting a serene and picturesque aesthetic
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — serving as a habitat and food source for local wildlife
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — tree for full or half; imparting a serene and picturesque aesthetic
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it features a rounded canopy with reddish-brown bark exfoliating in thin sheets; the Water Birch offers ecological benefits
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — commonly referred to as the Water Birch
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — shrubby form possesses a rugged allure; typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils, image 65
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils; the leaves of the Water Birch are distinctly diamond-shaped
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun; tree with yellow blooms, image 56
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — is a versatile and adaptive deciduous tree that brings a naturalistic charm to any landscape
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Noted for yellow fall foliage; it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Noted for yellow fall foliage
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — imparting a serene and picturesque aesthetic; typically reaching 30 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — indigenous to western North America; is a versatile and adaptive deciduous tree that brings a naturalistic, image 61
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — shrubby form possesses a rugged allure
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — commonly referred to as the Water Birch; including birds and butterflies, image 59
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — The Water Birch is cold tolerant; noted for yellow fall foliage
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — tree with yellow blooms; the Water Birch is cold tolerant
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