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Betula occidentalis
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Birch, Rocky Mountain or Water Betula occidentalis Category: deciduous tree Size: small Mature Size: 15' x 10' Zone: Down to 3 Growth Rate: Foliage: Ovate leaves 2" long. Elevation (if known): 5,000 to 9,000' Water: Moderate. Perfers moist areas. Soil : Coarse, rocky soils Sun: Comments: Shrubby; often grown as shrub with multiple stems. Bark is shiny chestnut colored. In the wild, often found with willows and cottonwoods in riparian areas. Dense root system. Good for streambank stabilization. Can be trained to be single stemmed for street tree. Warnings: Requires magnesium and calcium. Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? yes Street Tree? yes Street Tree Conditions: CO/NM native? yes Native to: W North America Known Locations: Information Sources: Alamosa Tree Board; Sunset Western Garden Book |