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Dura Heat® River Birch Betula
Dura Heat® River Birch Betula
Dura Heat® River Birch Betula

Dura Heat® River Birch Betula

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Dura Heat® River Birch (Betula nigra 'BNMTF') is a deciduous tree that is known for its attractive bark and heat tolerance. Here are some characteristics of Dura Heat® River Birch:

  1. Size and Shape: Dura Heat® River Birch is a medium-sized tree that typically grows to a height of 40 to 70 feet (12 to 21 m) and has a spread of 25 to 50 feet (7.5 to 15 m). It has an oval to pyramidal shape and a dense, compact crown.

  2. Bark: The bark of Dura Heat® River Birch is its most striking feature. It is a cinnamon to reddish-brown color and peels in thin, papery sheets, exposing a lighter-colored bark beneath. The bark provides year-round interest, making it a popular landscape tree.

  3. Foliage: The foliage of Dura Heat® River Birch is a medium green color and turns yellow in the fall. The leaves are ovate and serrated, and have a slightly leathery texture.

  4. Flowers and Fruit: Dura Heat® River Birch produces small, inconspicuous flowers in the spring, which are followed by small, cylindrical fruit that is less than an inch long.

  5. Heat Tolerance: Dura Heat® River Birch is known for its heat tolerance, which makes it a popular choice in hot, dry climates. It is also tolerant of wet soils, making it suitable for planting near streams or in low-lying areas.

  6. Soil and Water Requirements: Dura Heat® River Birch prefers moist, well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including clay soils. It has moderate water needs and should be watered regularly, especially during periods of drought.

  7. Sun Requirements: Dura Heat® River Birch prefers full sun to partial shade, but can tolerate more shade than other birch varieties.

  8. Maintenance: Dura Heat® River Birch is a low-maintenance tree that requires little pruning or fertilization. It is generally pest and disease resistant, although it can be susceptible to bronze birch borer in some areas. It should be watered regularly, especially during periods of drought.

  9. Uses: Dura Heat® River Birch is often used as a specimen tree or in groups in parks, golf courses, and residential landscapes. Its attractive bark and heat tolerance make it a popular choice in hot, dry climates. It can also be used as a street tree or planted in low-lying areas where other trees might not thrive.

  10. Cold Hardiness: Dura Heat® River Birch is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.