Betula nigra 'Dickinson'

syn. Betula nigra NORTHERN TRIBUTE'

River Birch is the most adaptable and heat tolerant of all the birches; plant breeders continue to improve upon the many available varieties. 'Dickinson' is a newer variety that performs wonderfully in the landscape. It grows in waterlogged or dry soils, resists borers and leaf miner (a big problem with birches!), and is extremely hardy. Beautiful ivory bark exfoliates to reveal a copper-bronze interior. Dark green foliage changes to a clear yellow in fall.

Native to Central and Eastern United States.

Zones: 5 to 9

Family: Betulaceae

Type: Deciduous Tree

Height: 30 to 35 ft.

Spread: 25 to 30 ft.

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade

Soil Conditions: Average, medium, wet soil

Bloom Time: April to May

Native Range: eastern half of the US