Betula nigra clump #10Betula nigra River Birch has attractive exfoliating bark that exposes red to brown gray inner bark. Subtle chartreuse catkins in early spring. This fast growing species is tolerant of heat, but not drought. Blooms: early spring Light: Full sun to part shade Spacing: 40 60' Height at Maturity: 40 70' Fertilization: slow release feed in spring Pruning: no pruning required Growth rate: 24" or more per year Zones: 4 8 Images are used for general reference

gray-green birch-like leaves

fertile acid garden soil

Fall foliage: purple to red

Tolerant of urban soils and conditions

Watering: water regularly to establish

Preserved Botao is botanically known as Paepalanthus macrocephalus

shape and leaf color will vary

Bloom: April

Makes for a breathtaking specimen

Blooms: early spring

Sorbaria sorbifolia

Divide in spring every 3 to 4 years to encourage upright growth