{"product_id":"river-birch-betula-nigra-5-container","title":"River Birch (Betula nigra) – #5 Container","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiver Birch \u003cem\u003e(Betula nigra)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew trees rival the River Birch for year-round visual interest. Its signature peeling, cinnamon-to-cream bark creates a stunning textural display even in the depths of winter, while its graceful, arching branches and golden fall foliage add warmth and movement to any landscape. A tough, adaptable native that thrives where other trees struggle — including wet, low-lying areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBetula nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e River Birch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–70 ft (often grown as a multi-stem specimen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 ft tall at time of purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e #5 (5-gallon pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast — typically 3–5 ft per year under ideal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable; tolerates wet, poorly drained, and acidic soils; does not prefer alkaline conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; excellent choice for rain gardens and streambanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low — prune in summer or fall to avoid excessive sap bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout specimen tree for residential and commercial landscapes, especially in areas with wet or compacted soils. Frequently planted in multi-stem clumps for a dramatic, naturalistic effect. Its exfoliating bark provides exceptional winter interest, and its catkins attract birds and early-season pollinators. Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, native ferns, and moisture-loving perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlant arrives in a 5-gallon container at 5–6 ft in height, ready to transplant into your landscape.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"String and Petals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45059548709064,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/stringandpetals.com\/products\/river-birch-betula-nigra-5-container","provider":"String and Petals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}