BETULA utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Snow Queen'
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BETULA utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Snow Queen'
Commonly known as Himalayan birch
White bark which tends to develop earlier than some other forms.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Syn Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Doorenbos' -
Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, mildews, possibly honey fungus -
Deciduous
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GreenGreenish white
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Border
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Ovate
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Height
12 metres -
Spread
8 metres -
Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Broadly columnar
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