A native, pyramidal, oval shape tree with cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark. Prefers moist soils. Resistant to bronze birch borer. Susceptible to birch leaf miner which can be easily controlled by spraying.
| Scientific Name: | Betula nigra |
| Zone: | 4 |
| Light: | Sun to Light Shade |
| Height: | 40-60' |
| Width: | 30-40' |
| New Shape: | Oval |
| Foliage: | Dark green |
| Flower: | Catkins |
| Fruit: | Nutlet |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |
