The River Birch has become a popular landscape tree because of its distinctive bark and graceful crown. It also can tolerate drier conditions than other Birches. The tan to cinnamon-colored exfoliating bark of the River Birch is spectacular in the winter. Lustrous, medium-green leaves are another attractive feature.

The Riverbirch is tolerant of both wet soils and dry summers however we tend to plant them in low-lying areas of the landscape that retain moisture. In the wild they grow near streams and riverbanks.

Prune only when dormant and not when sap is flowing.