Index : Ornamental Trees & Shrubs : Ornamental Trees : BIRCH, HIMALAYAN Betula utilis jacquemontii Doorenbos	Suitable for any normal soil and position and  Ultimate Height 40ft (12m) Exposed/Windy     Damp Shade Av. Growth/Year* 1.25ft (40cm) Dry Shade Wet Sites Native Coastal Areas Evergreen Chalky Soil
A remarkable tree in winter when the peeling, paper-thin, dazzling white bark is outstandingly beautiful. Upright habit with mid-green leaves which turn golden-yellow in autumn. Yellow-brown catkins in spring. Magnificent if three are planted closely together, to give the appearance of a multi-stemmed tree. TREE 25ft x 10ft (7.6m x 3m) in 20 years, ultimate height 40ft (12m).	Price per plant for   1+ 5+  Pg/Ball  3.5-4.5ft 100-125cm £9.78 £9.25 Pg/Ball = Pot grown or ball rooted. This plant has been awarded an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Av. Growth/Year* = Average growth per year in first 10-20 years, click here for more details.