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BETULA utilis subsp. albosinensis 'China Ruby'

Commonly known as Chinese red-barked birch

An original Chinese introduction by Ernest Wilson and arguably one of the very finest birches for its bark. Peeling bark is creamy-white flushed grey and pink maturing to a coppery-red. Spectacular! Limited availability
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Ovate, tapered, glossy leaves to 7cm (2¾in) long, deep green above, lighter beneath, turning yellow in autumn.
  • Height
    8-12m (26-40ft)
  • Spread
    10m (33ft)
  • Tree
    Moderately vigorous slender tree. Produces yellow-brown catkins to 6cm (2½in) long in spring with the new leaves
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
    Dappled shade

BETULA utilis subsp. albosinensis 'China Ruby'

 
Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
H/Std £90.00 each 
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2025

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects, birds
    Pests & Diseases
    Birch borers, birch leaf mining sawfly, aphids, birch rust, mildew, honey fungus
    Place of origin
    Western China.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Tree Shape
    Broadly conical
  • Wildlife
    Bird friendly
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8-12m (26-40ft)
tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  10m (33ft)
 

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