6 Types Of Birch Trees With Gorgeous Fall Foliage

Here are six species you may want to grow if you value beautiful, versatile trees that offer a spectacular seasonal show. River birch trees can be grown in planting zones 4 to 9. These specimens are full-sun trees, but they will also tolerate partial shade. Native to the eastern U.S., they will reach a height of 40 to 70 feet with a spread of 25 to 35 feet. They can be multi-trunked trees or grown to have just one trunk. The trees’ peeling bark is as attractive as the fall foliage. They shed their bark like paper birches. River birch trees tolerate the summer heat better than paper birch trees, meaning they are better suited to grow in warmer regions. They are also more borer-resistant than most birches.

Native Area: North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9Height: 40-70 ft.Sun Exposure: Full, partial

Native Area: North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2-7Height: 50-70 ft.Sun Exposure: Partial

Native Area: North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2-6Height: 20-40 ft.Sun Exposure: Full, partial

Native Area: Europe, AsiaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9Height: 6-12 ft.Sun Exposure: Full, partial

Native Area: North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4-7Height: 60-80 ft.Sun Exposure: Full, partial

Native Area: North AmericaUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4-7Height: 40-50 ft.Sun Exposure: Full, partial