Dura Heat River Birch

Family Betulaceae

Fall Color Yellow

Seed Small nutlet

Size Class II, 40-60 ft. High, 40-60 ft. Wide

Flower Thin, drooping catkins

Characteristics Beautiful, flaking bark of orange, white, pink and cinnamon make this a very attractive tree. Available in both clump and single stem form it has many uses in the Treasure Valley. However, it can struggle in heavier soils.

Water Moderate to high

Light Full sun

Soil Acidic, does not tolerate heavy clay well

Growth Rate Fast, 1 -2 ft per year