Botanical profile

Betula nigra 'Heritage'

Latin name
Betula nigra 'Heritage'
Common name
Heritage River Birch
Type
TREE
Family
Betulaceae

Betula nigra ‘Heritage’ is the only naturally multi-stemmed ornamental birch, distinguished by its superb and unique cream to copper exfoliating bark, which provides architectural interest all year round, even in the middle of winter. This remarkable characteristic makes it a highly sought-after focal point in contemporary or natural landscapes. Its light green foliage in season turns golden yellow in autumn, adding an additional colorful dimension. Its open and airy silhouette is perfectly suited for residential gardens, pond edges, or group plantings, where it provides structure, elegance, and light. Very hardy, tolerant of humidity, and undemanding, this birch is ideal for moist to well-drained soils, in sunny to partial shade exposures.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 3-9
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to regular
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad
Soil type
Moist, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring (subtle kittens)
Flower color
Subtle green (spring)
Fruiting
Winged catkins (non-ornamental)
Foliage color
Light green ? warm yellow (fall)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Multi-stem, rounded
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
15 m (49 ft)
Width
33 ft (10 m)
Growth rate
Fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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