SCIENTIFIC NAME: Betula nigra City Slicker® ('Whit XXV')
COMMON NAME: City Slicker® River Birch
GARDEN SIZE: 30-40 feet tall x 20-25 feet wide
GROWTH RATE: Medium to fast
USDA ZONE: 5-9
EXPOSURE: Full sun to Partial Shade
WATER & SOIL: Prefers moist, acidic, sandy, or rocky, well-drained loam. Tolerates wet, occasionally dry, and occasionally flooded conditions. Needs consistent moisture, good drainage, and is best in moist environments.
HABIT (FORM): Oval to rounded form
FOLIAGE: Deciduous; glossy green foliage with bright gold fall color
FLOWERS: Gold/Yellow or Green inflorescences (catkins) in early spring with showy 1-3 inch cylindrical flowers
PLANT ORIGIN: Central & Eastern United States
WILDLIFE SUPPORT: Host plant for local butterflies and moths. Feeds grouse, turkey, small birds, and small mammals.
FERTILIZING: May apply organic compost in the spring.
PRUNING: No pruning is necessary. If shaping is desired, birch may be trimmed during dormancy.
TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally safe for pets.
USES: Specimen, shade, wildlife support, rain garden, riparian areas
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