Betula lenta, or Sweet Birch, is a deciduous, pyramidal shaped tree, maturing into a more rounded shape that may grow 60 to 70 feet tall. Native to eastern North America, it is commonly found in forests of both low and high elevation.
- Type: Tree
- Native
- Zone: 3 to 8
- Height: 60.00 to 70.00 feet
- Spread: 35.00 to 45.00 feet
- Bloom Time: April to May
- Bloom Description: Yellowish brown (male) and green (female)
- Sun: Full sun to part shade
- Water: Medium to wet
- Maintenance: High
- Flower: Showy
- Leaf: Good Fall
- Other: Winter Interest