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Deciduous
- Tree shape: Standard
- M Size: Medium
- Leaf colour: Yellow / Green
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Pruning not necessary
- Attractive bark
- Drought tolerant
- Chalk tolerant
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Clay tolerant
- Prefers acid soil
- Autumn colour
Description: Betula nigra ‘Heritage’ is probably the best form of Betula nigra with attractive shaggy pink peeling bark. Glossy dark green leaves appear in the spring alongside the yellowish-brown catkins. The diamond shaped leaves turn gold in autumn.
History: Found as a seedling in the USA in 1968.
Betula Growing Tips: They will succeed on most soils with certain species happy even in wet sites. Although tolerant of chalk soils they will not reach a maximum size in these conditions. Best planted in a full sun position.
Height and Spread (after 10 years) : 6m x 4m













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