River birch grows quickly and can handle urban heat better than any other species in New England. Dark yellow (sometimes pink-tinged) bark begins to peel in the tree's 4th or 5th year. Despite serving as a host plant for many insects, this species is only very rarely affected by bronze birch borer. 'Select' is derived from seed of the cultivar 'Heritage,' prized for its consistent growth habit. 'Select' is sold in single-trunk and clumping forms.

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