Moonbeam

Betula utilis

The white bark of the Himalayan birch (Betula utilis) is highly prized but even in the UK climate trees of this species can achieve 6m or more. If space is limited then Moonbeam is a good choice - it has the characteristic bright white bark, but is distincly smaller, and unlikely to get larger than about 4m by 3m in the longer term.

Moonbeam birch trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £81.00
Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Large size (3m-5m after 10 years)

Next deliveries

Order now for delivery from week commencing 24th February.

Moonbeam characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive tree / plantAttractive barkAttractive foliageAutumn foliage colour
Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
SunlightPrefers full sun
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateSlow
Site conditionsSheltered siteOccasional floodingOccasional drought
Flowering monthMarch
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
Leaf/Flower sequenceLeaves and Flowers appear together
BarkWhitePeeling
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Annual cycleDeciduous

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What will it look like?

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: 05-Mar-2024.

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