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Dura Heat River Birch

Scientific name	Betula nigra 'BNMTF'
Common name	Dura Heat River Birch
Type	Trees
Variety	Deciduous
USDA Zone hardiness	5a - 9b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	20 to 30'
Spread	30 to 40'

Lustrous, dark green, leaf spot resistant foliage and creamy-white, exfoliating bark that ages to cinnamon brown. Makes a beautiful specimen tree, particularly stunning in the multi-stemmed form where the bark can take center stage. As the name implies, holds up well in heat. Requires full sun and moist, somewhat acidic soil. Reported to have good resistance to bronze birch borer.