Betula utilis 'Knightshayes'

An interesting selection of Himalayan birch, which has striking silver-white bark and a distinctive habit with elegant semi-weeping branches. A small to medium sized tree in time with excellent winter interest.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Any well drained fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Betula utilis var. jacquemonti 'Knightshayes' grows to be a small or eventually medium sized, slender tree.
  • Height: approx 12 m (40 ft)
  • Spread: 8 - 10 m (32 ft)