Betula nigra Batch No:179044 The smooth grey branches with

The smooth grey branches with their numerous twists

The glossy dark-green foliage takes on a superb reddish-purple glow in autumn

red and purple-black

plenty of moisture

Betula nigra Batch No:179044 The smooth grey branches withThe River Birch is grown for its red brown shaggy, curling bark becoming black or grey white on older trees, and its abundance of long golden catkins in early spring. Its crown matures to a loose, graceful, round shape. Excellent as a multi stem specimen planted where the details of its bark and catkins can be appreciated. Best in a sheltered, moist to wet position, avoiding frost pockets. Modest yellow autumn colour. A shallow rooting tree