an ice cube, a glass of cold water, and a swimming pool are each exposed to the same amount of sunlight on a hot day. after five minutes, the ice cube is melted and the cold drink is two degrees warmer, but the temperature of the swimming pool remains unchanged. what is the ...
The tree is known for the strong wintergreen scent of its bark and leaves. Culture: Sweet birch prefers deep, fertile, moist, well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. The tree is hardy to Zone 3 and will grow on rocky, dry sites in the wild, but hot, dry sites should be avoided if possible. It has been able to handle heavy soils in the Midwest.
The paper birch tree will brighten up your landscape with its thin white bark and bright yellow fall foliage. This is the classic white birch tree that inspired writers like Robert Frost. Paper birch or Betula papyrifera is suited to hardiness zones 2 through 6 and does not fare well in warmer climates.