Sweet Birch, Cherry Birch

Scientific Name
Betula lenta
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Shiny reddish-brown bark, similar to that seen on cherry trees; good yellow fall color.

Culture

Full sun or partial shade; best in soils that are moist, but well drained with a slightly acid pH.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
50.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Rounded

Native Regions, Text

United States

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Cherry Birch leaves
picID
3476
Image
Cherry Birch bark
picID
3477
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
180