Betula nigra, River birch (G013) Pre-Bonsai
Species description: Betula nigra also known as river or black birch is the only birch species capable of growing in both warm and cold climates. Just like all birches, river birches develop a unique and beautiful flaking bark with age. This species has small leaves that especially lend well to bonsai. In the fall, the leaves reliably turn a golden yellow. The species is prone to some branch dieback, however can be mitigated with regular fertilization and pruning- keeping the vascular system active.
Specimen description: This tree has responded very well to nebari forming techniques and already has a radial root system. The tree is not tied to one design currently, and has many options that the future artist may pursue. This tree ships dormant. Oregon and Washington state customers, please read our shipping policies.
USDA zones: 3-9
Light requirements: Full sun, river birch are a pioneer species
Watering requirements: Heavy watering required,river birch are one of the highest water mobility deciduous species and quickly suffer if allowed to dry out
*For additional care, visit our Care Sheets tab
Species description: Betula nigra also known as river or black birch is the only birch species capable of growing in both warm and cold climates. Just like all birches, river birches develop a unique and beautiful flaking bark with age. This species has small leaves that especially lend well to bonsai. In the fall, the leaves reliably turn a golden yellow. The species is prone to some branch dieback, however can be mitigated with regular fertilization and pruning- keeping the vascular system active.
Specimen description: This tree has responded very well to nebari forming techniques and already has a radial root system. The tree is not tied to one design currently, and has many options that the future artist may pursue. This tree ships dormant. Oregon and Washington state customers, please read our shipping policies.
USDA zones: 3-9
Light requirements: Full sun, river birch are a pioneer species
Watering requirements: Heavy watering required,river birch are one of the highest water mobility deciduous species and quickly suffer if allowed to dry out
*For additional care, visit our Care Sheets tab
Species description: Betula nigra also known as river or black birch is the only birch species capable of growing in both warm and cold climates. Just like all birches, river birches develop a unique and beautiful flaking bark with age. This species has small leaves that especially lend well to bonsai. In the fall, the leaves reliably turn a golden yellow. The species is prone to some branch dieback, however can be mitigated with regular fertilization and pruning- keeping the vascular system active.
Specimen description: This tree has responded very well to nebari forming techniques and already has a radial root system. The tree is not tied to one design currently, and has many options that the future artist may pursue. This tree ships dormant. Oregon and Washington state customers, please read our shipping policies.
USDA zones: 3-9
Light requirements: Full sun, river birch are a pioneer species
Watering requirements: Heavy watering required,river birch are one of the highest water mobility deciduous species and quickly suffer if allowed to dry out
*For additional care, visit our Care Sheets tab