{"product_id":"live-copper-river-birch-tree-ornamental-shade-tree-2-3-ft-tall","title":"Live Copper River Birch Tree - Ornamental Shade Tree, 2-3 Ft Tall","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Copper River Birch is a striking ornamental shade tree known for its distinctive coppery-brown, peeling bark that adds year-round visual interest to the landscape. This fast-growing deciduous tree offers a graceful form and is an excellent choice for adding shade, structure, and texture to yards, parks, and larger garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its attractive foliage and unique bark, the Copper River Birch makes a beautiful specimen tree or can be planted in groups for a naturalized look. It is adaptable to a range of soil conditions and is relatively low-maintenance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive coppery-brown, exfoliating bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing deciduous shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraceful, upright to rounded form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive green foliage that turns yellow in fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to various soil types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Betula nigra 'Cully' (Copper River Birch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, rounded canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40-70 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-30 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a planting site with full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth. Place the tree in the hole, backfill with native soil, and water thoroughly. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Once established, the Copper River Birch is relatively low-maintenance but benefits from supplemental watering during dry periods. Prune only as needed to remove dead or damaged branches, preferably in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne live Copper River Birch tree, approximately 2-3 feet tall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836025143606,"sku":"FOLIA2-1909","price":91.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6585032744_fh79.jpg?v=1793097500","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/live-copper-river-birch-tree-ornamental-shade-tree-2-3-ft-tall","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}