Betula utilis Jacquemonti (CLUMP)

Whitebark Himalayan Birch (clump)

Betula utilis 'var. jacquemontii (clump)'

Height: 30 feet

Spread: 25 feet

Sunlight: full sun partial shade

Hardiness Zone: 6a

Other Names: White Bark Birch

Description:

A rare and ornamental multi-trunked birch tree with smooth, unbelievably white bark, and good fall color; susceptible to insect attacks, somewhat particular about growing conditions; a spectacular accent tree for the right locations

Ornamental Features

Whitebark Himalayan Birch (clump) is primarily valued in the landscape for its ornamental upright and spreading habit of growth. It has dark green deciduous foliage. The pointy leaves turn an outstanding yellow in the fall. The smooth white bark is extremely showy and adds significant winter interest.

Landscape Attributes

Whitebark Himalayan Birch (clump) is a multi-stemmed deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

This tree will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should only be pruned in summer after the leaves have fully developed, as it may 'bleed' sap if pruned in late winter or early spring. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;

Insects
Whitebark Himalayan Birch (clump) is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Accent
Shade



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