Betula utilis 'Mt Luoji'

A rare Himalayan birch, Betula utilis 'Mt Luoji' has handsome peeling, dark chocolate-brown bark tinted dark red or orange in places with a creamy white bloom once established. If planted in a sunny spot, the peeling bark can appear to glow orange and gold when back-lit by the sun.

The bark does take several years to fully develop and this grows to be a medium sized tree once established. Avoid planting in areas prone to sitting wet over winter or waterlogging.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Betula utilis var. jacquemonti 'Mt Luoji' grows to be a medium sized, slender tree.
  • Height: approx 10 - 12 m (32 - 40 ft)
  • Spread: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)