Develops into a dwarf, multi-stemmed shrub with a dense rounded habit. The cinnamon to brownish bark exfoliates at an early age to reveal a somewhat lighter shade of brown inner bark. Selected from native species.
Product Description
BETULA nigra Fox Valley™ – Fox Valley™ River Birch
(aka ‘Little King’)
Develops into a dwarf, multi-stemmed shrub with a dense rounded habit. The cinnamon to brownish bark exfoliates at an early age to reveal a somewhat lighter shade of brown inner bark. Resistant to bronze birch borer. Use as a specimen for small landscapes. Selected from native species.
Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade
Soil: Average
Size: Height 8-10ft., Width 9-12ft.
Zone: 4-9
Flower: Brown, Pendulous Catkins
Bloom Time: April to May
Attributes: Low Maintenance, Great Fall Color, Deer Resistant, Tolerant to Clay Soil, Wet Soil and Air Pollution