Fox Valley River Birch (Betula nigra 'Little King' FOX VALLEY)
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Deciduous Perennial Tree in the Betulaceae Family | |
Betula nigra, commonly known as the River Birch, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States prized for its peeling, multi-toned bark and graceful, weeping habit. Reaching heights of 40-70 feet and spreading 40-60 feet wide, this birch species is characterized by a distinctive trunk that exfoliates in thin, papery sheets, revealing patches of smooth, cinnamon-colored inner bark that contrasts beautifully with the tree's darker, outer layers. The River Birch's broad, triangular leaves emerge a lustrous green in spring, turning vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red before dropping in fall. An adaptable tree that thrives in wet, poorly-drained soils as well as drier conditions, Betula nigra is well-suited for planting near ponds, streams, and other water features. Its graceful, multi-stemmed form and resistance to the common Birch Borer insect make the River Birch a popular choice for landscapes, parks, and streetscapes. With its striking bark, delicate foliage, and tolerance of challenging growing sites, Betula nigra is a standout ornamental tree for four-season interest. |
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Mature Size | 8 - 10 feet tall. 9 - 12 feet wide. |
Sun Exposure | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance | - Wet |
Zones | 4a - 9b (Usually hardy to -30° F) |
Tags | Deciduous, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Wet, Wet Site Tolerant |
Bloom Period | April to May |
Flower Color | Brown (Male) And Green (Female) |
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We try very hard to source exactly what you’d like, but sometimes growers run out of plants! While this variety is a great deal at the price shown, we know that it has limited availability. If you want the plant even if it might be more expensive, or in a different size or quantity -- after you place your order, just send us a quick note at help@northshoreplantclub.com. Then, we’ll try to get you some version of this from one of our growers. And if we can’t get it from anywhere, of course, we’ll send a refund!
Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.
Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.
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