Betula nigra - 15-20 CM C2

Description
Light brown fruits emerge from these.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque tree * attractive yellow autumn colouring * partially overbuildable, flood tolerant

Leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Bark
Black-brown, rolling bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Expansive, picturesque.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Root
Betula nigra is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots close to the surface.