Heritage® River Birch

Betula nigra 'Cully'

Fast-growing tree provides quick shade and erosion control

Attractive peeling bark adds visual interest

Tolerant of various soil types and resistant to diseases



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Classic, Fast-Growing Ornamental Tree

Why Heritage® River Birch Trees?

It's easy to understand why the Heritage® River Birch is such a popular tree. For starters, it's resistant to common diseases, grows up to 2 to 3 feet each year, and adapts to a variety of soil types. Plus, it's an elegant source of shade, with unique peeling bark that stands out in your landscape.

This distinctive tree is easy to grow, too, adding character in nicely landscaped yards from Minnesota to Florida. It adapts well to both wet and dry planting sites and tolerates modest drought and mild floods. Even better is its ability to resist strong wind, ice, and other damaging elements. Basically, there's nothing the Heritage® River Birch can't do.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

Heritage® River Birch is a truly beautiful tree for all seasons...made so popular in many states because it is adaptable to almost all growing zones across the country. But the best part is that we've planted, grown and nurtured our Heritage® Rivers before they ship, so you get the healthiest results possible. You get a more developed root system, delivered right to your door - something you won't find at big box or other nurseries.

Get the tree that can grow almost anywhere while providing amazing shade and benefits. Get our Heritage® River Birch for yourself today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:40-50 ft.
Mature Width:25-40 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Fast Growing
Botanical Name:Betula nigra 'Cully'
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI, OR
Grows Well In Zones:4-9 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 4-9 outdoors

(hardy down to -20℉)

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Donna S.
9/13/2025
Verified Buyer

River birch

The are very tiny but we are hoping for the best.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Donna, thank you for your feedback. The trees should match the size in feet you selected, though as a nursery we send younger trees that may look tiny at first but are nurtured for strong growth once planted. If yours are not within the correct range, please reach out to us so we can assist.
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Frank S.
9/10/2025
Verified Buyer

River Birch

The tree arrived packaged very well and it looked very healthy. I used the tree planting kit when I planted the tree in a problem area where we get a lot of standing water. The tree is doing very well and is looking fuller. I will definitely be making more purchases in the future.

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Daniel S.
8/28/2025
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Growing Nicely

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Kenneth Z.
8/20/2025
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Nice little trees and it

Nice little trees and it looks like they will really upgrade the yard appearance. Very happy with them.

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Philip M.
8/11/2025
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Looks great, thoughtful support

Got 4 stems when i was only expecting 1-2 stems. The plant has thrived. Support was fast and responsive when i had questions.

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