Betula utilis subsp. albosinensis 'Kansu'
Chinese red birch
- 12 litre pot | 1.5 - 1.8m tall
- £139.99
- available to order from autumn
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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
Offering a mesmerising year-round display of peeling bark in shades of pink, copper, and orange, this aristocratic Chinese birch creates a stunning focal point in any landscape setting.
Betula utilis subsp. albosinensis 'Kansu', an RHS award winner, reveals creamy white underlayers as its bark naturally exfoliates, creating an ever-changing tapestry of colour and texture that is particularly dramatic during winter months.
The tree's seasonal interest extends through spring, when yellowish-brown catkins dangle from the branches, followed by glossy green leaves that form a delicate, airy canopy before transforming into soft buttery yellow tones in autumn.
This strong-growing selection combines exceptional ornamental qualities with the graceful habit characteristic of Asian birches, making it an outstanding choice for year-round garden structure.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
Betula utilis subsp. albosinensis 'Kansu', an RHS award winner, reveals creamy white underlayers as its bark naturally exfoliates, creating an ever-changing tapestry of colour and texture that is particularly dramatic during winter months.
The tree's seasonal interest extends through spring, when yellowish-brown catkins dangle from the branches, followed by glossy green leaves that form a delicate, airy canopy before transforming into soft buttery yellow tones in autumn.
This strong-growing selection combines exceptional ornamental qualities with the graceful habit characteristic of Asian birches, making it an outstanding choice for year-round garden structure.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
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.