Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Silver Shadow'
Himalayan birch 'Silver Shadow' ( syn. Betula Silver Shadow' )
A graceful, medium-sized birch sought after for its luminous white peeling bark, perhaps the most unblemished of any Himalayan birch....
12 litre pot | 1.6m tall
£199.99
available to order from summer
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Plant description
A graceful, medium-sized birch sought after for its luminous white peeling bark, perhaps the most unblemished of any Himalayan birch. This deciduous tree has a conical shape with drooping oval leaves that emerge dark green in spring, turning golden yellow in autumn. Long yellow catkins up to 15cm (6in) create a dramatic springtime show while the stunning crisp white bark reveals silvery-grey tones when peeling, providing year-round beauty and winter interest. Hardy and adaptable, this exceptionally attractive tree makes a majestic focal point specimen for small to medium sized gardens.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
All the Betulas we supply are single-stemmed, but they can be planted close together to create a multi-stemmed effect.
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii Silver Shadow:
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake well.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
