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BETULA utilis ssp. jacquemontii

Beautiful white bark especially when viewed in winter from a distance

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Whip £25.00 each

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

Available again from SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2020 - These plants are not available until September/October 2019

H/Std £55.00 each

Available again from SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2020

10 to 15 Litre

Deciduous - oval, tapered, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long turning yellow in autumn.
Height - 18m (60ft)
Spread - 10m (33ft)
Tree - yellow-brown male catkins to 12cm (5in) long in early spring.
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.
Additional Features - Good to know - - named for French botanist Victor Jacquemont (1801-32). Wildlife plant - insects, birds
Ornamental bark
Pests & Diseases - birch borers, birch leaf mining sawfly, aphids, birch rust, mildew, honey fungus
Place of origin - Himalayas.
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Pruning group - 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.

RHS group 1
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
Tree Shape - Broadly conical -
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Bird friendly
Rabbit Resistant

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Betula - Growing Guide

Trees - Care Guide

18m (60ft)
	10m (33ft)

Buy Varieties of BETULA utilis ssp. jacquemontii

Commonly known as: Birch.

Brillliant white bark and glossy leaves

Whip £25.00 each	Notify me when this plant is available to order Estimated availability autumn 2020 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
H/Std £55.00 each	Notify me when this plant is available to order Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.