Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii 'Moonbeam'
Himalayan birch 'Moonbeam'
A slow-growing deciduous tree with a rounded crown, reaching around 6m in height after 10 years. It is grown mainly for its striking, white, peeling bark
Synonyms
Betula ermanii 'Moonbeam'Betula utilis var. jacquemontii 'Moonbeam'
see moreBetula utilis 'Moonbeam'
Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter | White | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Betula can be deciduous trees or shrubs, usually colouring well in autumn and often with striking white, pink, or peeling brown bark; separate male and female catkins open before or with the leaves in spring
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Will grow in a wide range of situations
Propagation
Commercially, this tree is propagated by grafting
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
Pruning
Requires little pruning. Pruning group 1
Pests
May be susceptible to birch borers, leaf-mining sawflies and aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus, a tree rust and powdery mildews
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