Dura Heat River Birch (clump)
Betula nigra 'Dura Heat (clump)'
$183.00
This variety is valued for its stunning bark, with white, brown and tan colors all peeling from mature trunks, multi-trunked form; more heat tolerant than the species; good fall color; requires acidic soil, susceptible to chlorosis in alkaline soils
Features and Growing Tips
Note: Each live plant is unique and may differ from the photo while maintaining its beauty. Plants come in a plastic pot; other items in images are not included.
Landscape Qualities
Dura Heat River Birch (clump) is a dense multi-stemmed deciduous tree with a more or less rounded form. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.
Planting and Growing
and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 70 years or more., Dura Heat River Birch (clump) will grow to be about 50 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 45 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground
but has a definite preference for acidic soils, This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type
Plant Facts
Prefers full sun
Keep moisture level dry to wet
Mature Size 50'Hx45'W
Flowers are chartreuse
Flowers in early spring
Fall color yellow
Zone 4a
Tolerates wet ground.