Betula nigra 'City Slicker®'
City Slicker® River Birch
- Creamy white papery bark
- Borer resistant
- Oval form
- Low maintenance, easy to grow
- Drought and heat tolerant
- Deer resistant
- Glossy green foliage
- Fall color
- Category: Shrub
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Whit XXV'
- Patent: PP16,573
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 30-40 ft
- Spread: 20-25 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Purchase options for City Slicker® River Birch
- Size: #7 42-48"
- Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
- Availability: In Stock
$204.00
A natural sport of Betula nigra found in Oaklahoma, City Slicker® is one of the most talked about River Birch of our day. Irresistable in its creamy white, papery bark and deep green glossy foliage that turns a bright gold in Autumn. Attractive oval to rounded form and more borer resistant. A very low maintenance, medium to fast growing tree. Deer resistant.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Growing Tips for Betula nigra 'City Slicker®'
Plant in full sun to part shade. Prefers a moist soil but will tolerate periods of drying out.