Not sure why, my freshly planted birch tree started to bud. Then it stopped and after a few weeks the base was shooting out leaves like crazy.
It sounds like the top has died off, and it is trying to re-grow from the root! This will indicate that the transplant has failed.
Because this could be one type of Birch grafted to another, it is likely that you have lost the top graft. In this case, the rootstock will take over.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/what-is-a-graft-collar.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-and-when-to-plant-trees.htm
Hi there! I'm in zone 7b (New York City), and I have a paved 16' x 17' roof terrace, west facing. It's fairly sheltered, but can get a bit windy. I'd like to add a multi-trunk tree with smallish leaves, that grows fairly slender, for some architectural interest. A photo of the terrace from a previous owner shows what looks like a tall River Birch - would this be a suitable tree, or is there something that would be better?
River birch is a good container tree. Here is info that should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/urban/creating-your-own-rooftop-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/growing-trees-in-containers.htm
The leaves are all falling and the caterpillars are now falling onto other plants. I believe that the foiliage is beyond saving this year. I want to prevent re infestation.
This will take persistence, but can be done! This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/sawfly-insect-control.htm
This collection of articles will offer information on the care of Birch trees:
I have a birch tree so heavy with leaves the bottom branches are being pulled down but at the top of the tree, the leaves are curling like they are dying. Should I cut off the top and see if it will re-branch and regrow or what can I do? Should I add something to the soil? We've had more rain than usual, but the ton of dandelions should be breaking up the soil well. Or did it just get hurt by the chemtrails and will it recover?
Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. Likely, it has an infection. Unfortunately, without knowing what kind and how bad- It would be hard to say what could be done (if anything) to correct it.
If it is salvageable, then you can cut any portion out that is overly infected, and treat with the fungicide of your choice.
This article will help you with fungicide use:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
These articles will help you to test your soil:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/test-soil-for-pests-and-diseases.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/making-sure-soil-drains-well.htm
It is only in the last 2 years of the 8 I have had this tree that I have noticed this severe exfoliation of its bark. The tree seems healthy in all other aspects, but the exfoliation is causing me to worry about its survival in winter.
Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. If this is a River Birch, then peeling will be normal behavior.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/birch/planting-river-birch-trees.htm
My tree is extending into my neighbors yard and it appears that to correct that problem the one trunk needs to be removed. The tree is over 25 years old.
Actually, right now would be the best time to do so! At this time, you avoid heavy sap flow, and insect laying times.
This article will guide you in doing so, properly:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/birch/cutting-back-birch-trees.htm
I have so low branches on my birch trees and would like to prune them at the proper time so I don't damage the trees.
Late summer or early autumn is the best time to prune birch trees to avoid the sap.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/birch/cutting-back-birch-trees.htm