Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii
west Himalayan birch
- 1.5 litre pot | 1 - 1.5m tall
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- Position: full sun or lightly dappled shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: March
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Sought-after for its brilliant white bark, this vigorous, deciduous tree has yellowy brown catkins in spring, and ovate dark green leaves that turn butter yellow in autumn. The warm chestnut brown stem colour of the west Himalayan birch gradually turns white with age - usually when the tree is around 8 years old.
,br> Delivered as a single-stemmed plant, in time Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii will grow into a spectacular tree that will create an elegant garden specimen. It's equally stunning when three or more are planted as a group to create a multi-stemmed effect, particularly when underplanted with a mix of early flowering spring bulbs.
,br> Delivered as a single-stemmed plant, in time Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii will grow into a spectacular tree that will create an elegant garden specimen. It's equally stunning when three or more are planted as a group to create a multi-stemmed effect, particularly when underplanted with a mix of early flowering spring bulbs.
When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Birches need little pruning, but you may want to remove any diseased or crossing branches. It is essential that any pruning work is carried out between late summer to mid winter as the sap will 'bleed' heavily at other times.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Birches need little pruning, but you may want to remove any diseased or crossing branches. It is essential that any pruning work is carried out between late summer to mid winter as the sap will 'bleed' heavily at other times.
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Powder coated steel tree ring edging - black
600mm
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