River birch (Betula nigra); Zones 4-9. These trees feature bark with bright colors and compelling textures: -- American beech (Fagus grandifolia); Zones 4-8. -- European beech ...

Fortunately, that's when one of the most overlooked features, tree bark, comes out for its season ... when barks' varying hues and textures add life and much-needed visual appeal in a potentially ...