Paper birch (also called white birch) is an iconic tree of the north and probably our most easily recognized tree because of its distinctive white bark. The scientific name Betula papyrifera speaks to ...

When it comes to shade trees, there is an almost limitless number of options for your yard. To add extra interest in cooler climates, this is a stunning option.

Known as the state tree of New Hampshire, the paper birch (Betula papyrifera) is commonly referred to as a ‘poor man’s fire starter.’ The trees’ characteristic white papery bark is impossible to miss ...

Few shade trees are as distinctive in the home landscape as birch trees. Their unique bark characteristics, distinctive growth form and graceful delicate foliage are reason alone to feature one or ...

In this episode of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee introduces the Paper Birch. This species is found in the North Woods of Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Editor's Note: This column first appeared in the York Weekly in 2013. Paper birch (also called white birch) is an iconic tree of the north and probably our most easily recognized tree because of its ...

PORT TOWNSEND — Shovels scraped the ground and collided with rocks and dirt as a small group of volunteers celebrated Arbor Day. They got together Friday morning at the west end of the Mountain View ...

When I was in my early 20s I wanted to check out my country of birth to an extent. My dad gave me a job to deliver material from Ottawa, Ontario, to Thunder Bay, Ontario, which is 1495 kilometers. For ...

In northeastern Minnesota, paper birch trees along south-facing slopes are dying. Yet, many of the same trees on north-facing slopes are doing just fine. The reason? It’s not certain, but two ...

I bought a Christmas tree yesterday. Actually, two. The first is a balsam. To me, Christmas smells like Abies balsamaea. Its long-lasting fragrance is the opposite of the foul odor produced by last ...