Characteristics:  Water Birch is a small tree or large shrub.  Often with multiple trunks.  Rich copper colored bark.  This native birch is prized in the landscape as it is resistant to bronze birch borer. 

Cultivation:  Water Birch grows in full sun to part shade and prefers moderate moisture.

Native Range:  Western North America

Landscape Uses:   Nice tree or shrub for streambank or moist perennial garden.