Himalayan Birch is a fast-growing deciduous tree with an upright open pyramidal crown and bark that exfoliates to bright white with age. The rich green foliage turns yellow in fall. Grows best in consistently moist, well-drained acidic soils.
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Type: |
Tree |
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Origins: |
Western Himalayas |
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Height: |
30’ - 50’ |
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Spread: |
20’ - 30’ |
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Spacing: |
25’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 7 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Can be susceptible to the bronze birch borer, a pest that can cause significant damage. Regular monitoring for signs of infestation, such as D-shaped exit holes in the bark, is recommended. It's also prone to several diseases, including leaf spot and canker. Regular pruning can help maintain the tree's health and appearance.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen planting or Grove, Wetlands and ponds, Woodland Garden, Naturalized Areas, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Dogwood, Winter Aconite, Blue Spruce
IMAGE: Photoset by OSU Landscape Plants , Betula utilis var. jacquemontii
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
