Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Silver Shadow'
Himalayan birch 'Silver Shadow' ( syn. Betula Silver Shadow' )
Eventual height & spread
Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Silver Shadow'
Himalayan birch 'Silver Shadow' ( syn. Betula Silver Shadow' )
- 12 litre pot | 1.6m tall
- £199.99
- available to order from summer
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- Standard £12.99
- Position: Full sun or lightly dappled shade
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: Fast
- Flowering period: March to April
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
A graceful, medium-sized birch sought after for its luminous white peeling bark, perhaps the most unblemished of any Himalayan birch. This deciduous tree has a conical shape with drooping oval leaves that emerge dark green in spring, turning golden yellow in autumn. Long yellow catkins up to 15cm (6in) create a dramatic springtime show while the stunning crisp white bark reveals silvery-grey tones when peeling, providing year-round beauty and winter interest. Hardy and adaptable, this exceptionally attractive tree makes a majestic focal point specimen for small to medium sized gardens.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake well.
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