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Posted 05/28/2023

Betula nigra 'Dura Heat'

The Dura Heat River Birch is an improved version of the native American tree called river birch, and it is a charming medium-sized tree that usually grows to 30 or 40 feet height. It will grow 2 feet a year and even 3 feet a year in warmer areas, so it rapidly matures into an attractive specimen.

Post Details

Latin Name
Betula nigra 'Dura Heat'
Common Name
River birch
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
30-40 ft
Spread
25-35 ft
Potential Pests
Aphids, leaf miner, and iron chlorosis

Plant Story

The Dura Heat River Birch is an improved version of the native American tree called river birch, and it is a charming medium-sized tree that usually grows to 30 or 40 feet height. It will grow 2 feet a year and even 3 feet a year in warmer areas, so it rapidly matures into an attractive specimen.

Special Care Instructions

Invasive. Prefers moist soil but tolerates dry soil. Mulch to protect roots. Avoid pruning in spring.

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