Spring Only Species! Please do not select a fall ship/pick up date with this species or it will be removed from your order. Water birch is an Idaho native free found along streams. It may reach heights of 30’ with several trunks. It is more commonly found as a large shrub with dense thickets of stems which make it a great species for stream bank stabilization. The bark is reddish-brown to yellowish-brown and doesn’t peel like paper birch. Water birch grows in a variety of soils and elevations and is very flood tolerant. The wood is hard and heavy and makes good firewood. The species is more resistant to wood borers than other birches.
Native Deciduous Tree
Max Height: 30’
Max Width: 12’
Drought Hardy: No
Growth Rate: Fast
Wildlife Benefits: Birds and small mammals
Uses: Riparian and soil stabilization
Plug Sizes Available: 20 cui
Zones: 4-6
**SEEDLINGS MUST BE ORDERED IN MULTIPLES OF 5**
Seedlings can be purchased in the following quantities, 5,10,15,20 etc. If you would like 5 seedlings, please write 5 in the quantity box.
Stock number:
4487670
Price:
$3.67