Betula nigra ‘Dura Heat’
Riverbirch ‘Dura Heat’ is a heat-tolerant cultivar of the native riverbirch tree, known for its attractive, exfoliating bark and resistance to heat and drought. It features bright green, triangular leaves that turn yellow in fall, and its unique bark provides year-round interest.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 49Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shadeWater Requirements: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil but is more drought-tolerant than other riverbirch varietiesGrowth Rate: Moderate to fastMature Size: 4050 feet tall, 2535 feet wideSoil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerant of clay and wet soilsLandscape Use: Shade tree, specimen tree, erosion control, water garden plantingsMaintenance: Low maintenance; prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or crossing branches
