River Birch – Clump Form

River Birch – Clump Form (Betula nigra) is a native American beauty prized for its graceful multi-stem habit and stunning exfoliating bark in shades of cinnamon, cream, and salmon. The clump form delivers a naturalistic, dramatic presence that looks equally at home along a stream bank or as a focal point in a residential landscape.

Mature Size:

• Height: 40–70 ft
• Width: 40–60 ft

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Hardiness Zones: 4–9

Characteristics:

• Striking peeling bark in cinnamon, cream, and salmon tones — beautiful year-round
• Multi-stem clump form for a natural, graceful appearance
• Native to the eastern United States — excellent ecological value
• Tolerates wet, poorly drained soils better than most trees
• Fast growth rate
• Golden-yellow fall foliage
• More resistant to bronze birch borer than white birch species

Ideal For:

• Specimen or focal point planting
• Streambanks, rain gardens, and wet areas
• Naturalized and woodland settings
• Residential and commercial landscapes

Important Information:

• Professional installation available
• Installation scheduled with our team after checkout
• Installation available within approximately 1.5 hours of Owensboro, Kentucky
• Orders fulfilled on scheduled pickup dates
• Inventory is constantly changing and may be unavailable

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