Betula nigra 'Heritage'

River Birch

'Cully'

Tips for Homeowners:

Best to trim in summer after sap is done running.  It can be trained to have a higher canopy, where exfoliating bark is more visible.

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A fast-growing shade tree that features exfoliating bark that reveals a creamy white inner bark that is close in color to the White birch.

  • Distinct salmon-white bark
  • Larger, glossier leaves than other river birch
  • Most common river birch

A good shade tree for large yards or is great for naturalizing in moist soils.  Best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 40-70 ft
Spread: 40-60 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Brown, Green

Interesting Notes about River Birch:

River Birch is popular for its interesting bark and tolerance to wet conditions, but most of all it is very resistant to the birch borer.  It prefers moist soils with an acidic pH and can tolerate drought especially if roots are shaded.  This is a fast-growing tree, establishes easy and is available as a single-stem or in multiples.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Fall Color
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Winter Interest
  • Low Maintenance
  • Disease Resistant
  • Drought Tolerant

Foliage Color:

  • Yellow
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun
  • Full Shade

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained