Betula nigra (River Birch)

Betula nigra, commonly known as the River Birch, is a beautiful deciduous shade tree admired for its distinctive peeling bark and graceful, rounded canopy. Rich green foliage provides cooling shade throughout spring and summer before turning attractive golden-yellow in autumn. Its striking cinnamon, salmon, and cream-coloured exfoliating bark adds exceptional year-round interest, particularly during winter, making it a standout feature in any landscape.

Fast-growing and highly adaptable, River Birch thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, including moist and periodically wet soils. It is an excellent choice for parks, large gardens, waterways, and feature planting where its ornamental bark and elegant form can be fully appreciated. Combining seasonal beauty with low maintenance, it is a popular landscape tree for both residential and commercial settings.