River birch (Betula nigra) is a fast-growing, shade tree native to the Mississippi River flood plain in southeastern Minnesota. It is popular for its ornamental peeling bark. As a landscape plant, it ...

There is a great deal of difference between types of birch trees ... if you had your heart set on a birch tree, as there are other options available. The river birch is a far more versatile ...

River birch trees have been described as a fast-growing ... Snow also stressed the importance of properly planting your tree -- no matter the type. "Dig a $50 hole for a $5 tree when planting ...