Heritage River Birch Ground Cover and nearly bulletproof when it

and nearly bulletproof when it comes to pests and deer

and finally deepening to a rich berry red as fall approaches

The plant works as a ground cover

We also wanted a shorter iris

Some insect activity is possible: twig borers

Heritage River Birch Ground Cover and nearly bulletproof when itIf you're yearning for the white bark of a paper birch but cursing the heat and humidity of your southern or midwestern garden, the Heritage River Birch is your salvation. This stunning cultivar features heavily exfoliating bark that peels away in generous sheets to reveal layers of salmon, cinnamon, and cream that transition to an almost white inner barkthe closest you'll get to a paper birch in warm climates. The bark puts on its show year round,