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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4.8

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Deborah P.
6/30/2026
Verified Buyer

Do so good

It is doing wonderful. I plan on ordering several more to plant in the fall

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Deborah, that's really great to hear! A happy Heritage River Birch and more on the way for fall planting is such exciting news. We appreciate your continued trust in us and look forward to your next order!
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Mary A.
6/29/2026
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River Birch

I love the way they came. They were packed very well. Good roots, burlap was wrapped around the roots. Some yellow leaves, but all in all not too bad. They've been in for about a week, so we'll see how they go put so far pretty happy

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertThank you so much Marry! We are so glad your River Birch arrived well packed with great roots. A few yellow leaves after planting is normal as the tree adjusts and we hope it continues to settle in nicely over the next few weeks. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make it a full five star experience!
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Janice Q.
6/26/2026
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Everything was great. No complaints.

Everything was great. No complaints.

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leonard b.
6/26/2026
Verified Buyer

UPS + FGT's = satisfaction

Great roots. Cost a bit much. Fine specimen when delivered by the UPS guy who put the thing on my porch where I wanted him to put it.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertGreat roots on a River Birch is the best possible foundation, Leonard! We appreciate your feedback on the price and do work hard to stay competitive with online retailers while backing every tree with our guarantee and door to door delivery. Sounds like everything came together perfectly on this one!
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Lexi
6/19/2026
Verified Buyer

Love it

Wow. This is a beautiful tree. I ordered 5-6 feet and it's a little bit over 6 feet. Fast shipping, great packaging and an awesome tree for Father's Day.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Lexi, what a wonderful surprise getting a little extra height! River Birches are such stunning trees and yours looks incredibly healthy. Hope dad loves it as much as you do!
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