Betula utilis var. jacquemontii 12L
Product Code: 193634
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- Common Name: Himalayan Birch
- A vigorous deciduous tree with brilliant white bark on the trunk and larger branches
- Foliage: Deciduous. Habit: Bushy
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade. Aspect: South-facing or North-facing or West-facing or East-facing
- Soil: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand. Moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained. pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Ultimate height: Higher than 12 metres. Ultimate spread: 4-8 metres. Time to ultimate height: 20-50 years
- Suggested planting locations: Cottage and informal gardens, Architectural, Low maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Description
Description
Himalayan birch, Betula utilis var. jacquemontii, is a popular and extremely ornamental silver birch. Native to the Himalayas, it is medium-sized with an open habit and pyramidal shape. It bears almost shimmering white bark, which peels each year to reveal a fresh layer beneath. Its oval, dark green leaves turn gold in autumn before falling. Like all birches, Betula utilis var. jacquemontii thrives in most situations, but for best results grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun to partial shade. It can be grown on its own as a focal point in the garden, or in groups to show off its incredible white bark.