Whitebarked Himalayan Birch (Betula utilis var. jacquemontii)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best bark color and growth in full sun
• Tolerates light shade, especially in cooler regions

Bloom Time:

• Spring
• Inconspicuous catkins appear before or with leaf emergence

Size:

Height: 30 to 50 feet
Width: 20 to 35 feet

Attributes:

• Brilliant white, exfoliating bark
• Upright, pyramidal to oval form
• Golden-yellow fall foliage
• Excellent specimen or accent tree
• Adds winter interest with its luminous bark

Care Tips:

• Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Thrives in cool, temperate climates
• Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young
• Mulch to retain moisture and protect shallow roots
• Prune in late summer or fall to avoid sap bleeding

Pest Watch:

• Susceptible to bronze birch borer in warmer climates
• Monitor for aphids, leaf miners, and fungal leaf spots
• Maintain tree health to reduce pest vulnerability