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Betula utilis
Himalayan Birch
£299.00
Betula utilis is noted for its striking white, peeling bark and graceful slender form. Its fresh green leaves turn bright yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest. Hardy and versatile, it suits many garden styles.
£299.00
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Origin: Northern India
Genus: Betula
Species / Cultivar: utilis
Common Name: Himalayan Birch
Plant Biography
Betula utilis, or Himalayan Birch, is a magnificent medium sized tree with oval green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. The most attractive feature is its bark – shining pale reddish brown to white with prominent horizontal bands called lenticels. The bark peels off in broad, very thin strips and has been used historically for paper in the writing of manuscripts by monks. Ultimate height:12m spread:8m
Growth Rate: Medium
Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.
Situation: Full Sun to Part Shade
Enjoys direct sun most of the day, but tolerant of fewer sunlit hours or light dappling.
Eventual Height: 12m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 8m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Hardy
Survives unprotected in an average winter. May need protection in extreme long frosts.
Habit: Deciduous
Sheds all its foliage annually, so for a period of the year it will be without foliage.
Expert Tip
Plant Betula utilis in a position with plenty of sunlight for best bark colour, though partial shade is also tolerated. Ensure soil remains moist yet free-draining, especially during establishment and dry spells.
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