Dwarf River Birch Little King
The Dwarf River Birch Little King or Fox Valley River Birch (Betula nigra) is a beautiful, multi-branched tree that provides unusual winter interest. Little King River Birch is ideal for smaller gardens, reaching 8-12 feet in 10 years time. The versatile Dwarf River Birch provides the wow factor of the River Birch’s exfoliating bark and graceful branching while remaining in a compact, manageable size.
The Dwarf River Birch is perhaps one of the most culturally adaptable of all the birches. Little King can handle wet conditions, and will also tolerate drier soils once established. Consider planting this stunning dwarf variety as a specimen or in small groupings for home residences, public parks and commercial properties. Although the Little King Dwarf Birch is heat tolerant, it will benefit from a cool and consistently moist root system. Lastly, this dwarf variety has excellent pest and disease resistance, adding to its long list of positive attributes.