Resin Birch
Betula glandulosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–60" H × 12"–48" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
CA, CO, ID, ME and 9 more states
Pollinators
bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Resin birch is a compact native shrub that forms dense, rounded clumps with small, glossy leaves that turn golden yellow in fall. This cold-hardy species produces small catkins in late spring and early summer, adding seasonal interest to the landscape. It works well as a low-maintenance foundation planting or natural hedge.
In an HOA neighborhood
Resin Birch is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees during late spring bloom period. Small birds may feed on the seeds, and the dense branching structure offers nesting sites for wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Resin Birch need?
- Resin Birch grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Resin Birch bloom?
- Resin Birch blooms in May and June.
- Where is Resin Birch native?
- Resin Birch (Betula glandulosa) is native to CA, CO, ID, ME and 9 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Resin Birch attract?
- Resin Birch draws bees.
- Is Resin Birch HOA-friendly?
- Resin Birch is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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