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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 4–9Climate Temperate
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Typically reaching 30 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (65)

Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — serving as a habitat and food source for local wildlife; tree for full or half
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — including birds and butterflies; commonly referred to as the Water Birch
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Typically reaching 30 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide; indicating an affinity for well-hydrated, image 54
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — tree for full or half; imparting a serene and picturesque aesthetic
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) — tree with yellow blooms; the Water Birch is cold tolerant
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) — Noted for yellow fall foliage; it's ideal for naturalized areas or alongside water features for erosion control, image 57
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun; tree with yellow blooms, image 56
Water Birch (Betula Occidentalis) — commonly referred to as the Water Birch; including birds and butterflies, image 59
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) — is a versatile and adaptive deciduous tree that brings a naturalistic charm to any landscape; betula, image 60
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) — shrubby form possesses a rugged allure; typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils, image 65
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) — typically thrives along stream banks and moist soils; the leaves of the Water Birch are distinctly, image 62
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

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