This is the Himalayan White Birch, named for its smooth white bark.
The leaves are dark-green, turning yellow in the autumn.
Order now for delivery from week commencing 25th November for pot grown trees or December for bare-root or mixed tree orders.
The bark on young trees is initially light brown, this peels away to reveal the characteristic white or cream bark underneath as the tree matures.
More correctly known as Betula utilis var. jacquemontii, the jacquemontii form of the Himalayan birch species is native to the western reaches of the Himalayas, west of Nepal. Betula utilis seems to originate further east.
Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.
This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 2022.