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Birch, Yellow - - Betula alleghaniensis



Zones 3 - 7 Shade Tree 60' - 75' High 35' - 50' Spread
Medium Growth Full Sun Various Soils Rounded Shape






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Birch, Yellow - - Betula alleghaniensis


An esteemed native species that has an incredible fall display of bright yellow and gold leaves. A valuable tree and classified as one of the largest hardwoods in northeastern North America. Bark is a shiny yellow to gray-silver that splits into curly strips and becomes a reddish brown as it grow older. The stems of the Yellow Birch contain a wintergreen aroma. Grows 60'-75' high and wide. Plant in moist, well drained, rich, acidic soils with full sun to partial shade.