Heritage River Birch
Betula nigra 'Cully'
Height:
40 - 50 ft
Width:
30 - 35 ft.
Foliage Color:
Green
Foliage Type:
Deciduous
Exposure:
Sun
Shape:
Oval
Moisture Level:
Moist, Well Drained Tolerates Occasional Standing Water
Zones:
4 - 8
Native Range:
Eastern North America
The Gardener's Notepad
Heritage Birch was found by Earl Cully in St. Louis MO., and a patent was granted in 1979. Easily the most commonly planted Birch on the East Coast. Very attractive exfoliating bark. Best planted near water, not near a sidewalk!