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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

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) — the Water Birch offers ecological benefits; serving as a habitat and food source for local wildlife

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — accented by reddish-brown bark that exquisitely peels in thin sheets

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Betula occidentalis, or Water Birch, is a multi-stemmed, deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 3-7; prefers, image 53

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it features a rounded canopy with reddish-brown bark exfoliating in thin sheets

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — indicating an affinity for well-hydrated environments.<br><br>The Water Birch boasts a moderate growth rate; and

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — tree for full or half

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Typically reaching 30 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide; indicating an affinity for well-hydrated

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — indicating an affinity for well-hydrated environments.<br><br>The Water Birch boasts a moderate growth rate; and, image 63

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — It's an excellent candidate for riparian plantings

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — indigenous to western North America; is a versatile and adaptive deciduous tree that brings a naturalistic charm to any

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — including birds and butterflies; commonly referred to as the Water Birch

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Noted for yellow fall foliage; it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control, image 57

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Betula occidentalis, or Water Birch, is a multi-stemmed, deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 3-7; prefers moist

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it features a rounded canopy with reddish-brown bark exfoliating in thin sheets; the Water Birch offers, image 55

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and wildlife habitat; shrubby form

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — is a versatile and adaptive deciduous tree that brings a naturalistic charm to any landscape; betula occidentalis, or Water

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils; the leaves of the Water Birch are distinctly, image 62

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — The leaves of the Water Birch are distinctly diamond-shaped; yellow flowers in the garden

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — reaching mature heights between 30 to 40 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet; it features a rounded canopy with, image 64

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — accented by reddish-brown bark that exquisitely peels in thin sheets; requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape and

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control and wildlife habitat; shrubby, image 58

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — reaching mature heights between 30 to 40 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet; it features a rounded canopy with

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — indicating an affinity for well-hydrated environments.<br><br>The Water Birch boasts a moderate growth rate

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