yellow birch
Betula alleghaniensis
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A native deciduous hardwood tree prized for its distinctive golden-yellow exfoliating bark and golden fall foliage. It grows to substantial height and provides excellent timber and wildlife value in eastern woodlands.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A native deciduous hardwood tree prized for its distinctive golden-yellow exfoliating bark and golden fall foliage. It grows to substantial height and provides excellent timber and wildlife value in eastern woodlands.
Climate Match for your location
See how well yellow birch grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation