GG River Birch ‘Dura-Heat’ (Betula nigra ‘Dura-Heat’) is a fast-growing shade tree selected for superior heat tolerance and strong performance in warm, humid climates. It develops an upright to pyramidal, often multi-trunk form and adapts well to wet or poorly drained soils, making it ideal for low areas, lakefront properties, and naturalized landscapes. Valued for its graceful canopy and year-round visual interest, ‘Dura-Heat’ provides light, filtered shade and dependable growth with relatively low maintenance once established.