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Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)

Betula alleghaniensis, the Yellow Birch, is a large deciduous tree from eastern North America, valued for its bark and timber.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young or during dry spells.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils.

Temperature

Hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates more shade when young.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young or during dry spells.

Water deeply at the base.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils.

Temperature

Hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

Tolerates cold winters and moderate summers.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

18-24 m

Spread

12-18 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, ovate to oblong

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyBetulaceae
  • genusBetula
  • speciesBetula alleghaniensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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