Betula nigra
Common name(s): River Birch, Black Birch, Red Birch, Water Birch
Plant type: deciduous large tree
Primary method of propagation: seed
Alternate propagation method(s): cutting, grafting/budding
Propagation by Cuttings
Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: early Summer
Cutting maturity: softwood
Rooting hormone: IBA TALC 8000 PPM
Rooting environment: intermittent mist
Propagation by Seed
Time of year to collect seed: Summer
Time of year to sow seed: Summer
Seed treatment: 40 degrees F for 2 months.
Preferred temperature for germination: 70-85 degrees F
Time required for germination: 4-6 weeks
Comment: Keep seedbed moist. Seedlings require light shade for 2 to 3 months during the first Summer.
Propagation by Grafting
Time of year to graft: Summer
Type of graft: cleft
