Family: Betulaceae Birch
| Type | Shrub |
| USDA Hardiness range | 3A - 7A |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Purple, red |
| Bloom time | Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Erosion control, massing |
| Height | 12' to 18' / 3.60m to 5.40m |
| Spread | 10' to 12' / 3.00m to 3.60m |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Deciduous, broadleaf |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | Brown |
| Soil pH requirements | Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline |
| Soil type | Sandy, clay, loamy |
| Form | Pyramidal, rounded |
| Attributes and features | Native to North America |