Fire Birch
About Fire Birch
Fire Birch is a super rare houseplant šæ that is a fun challenge to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Fire Birch likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Fire Birch belongs to the Betula genus, and is native to Southeastern Canada to Virginia.
Taxonomy
Betula populifolia
Betula
Betulaceae
Fagales
Also known as
gray and grey birch

How to care for Fire Birch

How often to water your Fire Birch

every 9
Fire Birch needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Arcadia, California.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Arcadia, California
56% Medium

Finding light for Fire Birch in your home

a window
Fire Birch love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Fire Birch does not tolerate low light š«.
Arcadia, California currently has medium levels of sunlight intensity, you can help this plant grow by treating it to ample light āļø.

How to fertilize Fire Birch

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Fire Birch after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Fire Birch can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!
Water Needs
Fire Birch prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Fire Birch requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Fire Birch does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Fire Birch grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Fire Birch grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Fire Birch can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Fire Birch can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Fire Birch
Fire Birch
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Arcadia, California, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
