The river birch tree supplies excellent summer shade, beautiful foliage spring through fall and a stunning winter display.

Birch trees didn't suffer this winter like a lot of species, but bugs and disease are other problems that could be causing trouble now.

River birch is a favorite ornamental yard tree in the southern United States. It's hardy, loves living near water, and can be often messy to maintain.

* What it is: A small-home-friendly version of our native river birch tree that's more compact and not as fast-growing as the species. Has the same cinnamon-colored peeling bark and yellow fall ...