Betula utilis 'Bhutan Sienna'

Betula utilis 'Bhutan Sienna'

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(Himalayan Birch) A handsome small or eventually medium sized, deciduous tree, Betula utilis 'Bhutan Sienna' develops lovely peeling dark brown and chestnut-red peeling bark which gradually turns a lighter with age.

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Click & Collect: free

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A handsome small or eventually medium sized, deciduous tree, Betula utilis 'Bhutan Sienna' develops lovely peeling dark brown and chestnut-red peeling bark which gradually turns a lighter with age. Dark green summer leaves.

Best in a sunny position with good drainage.

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

Notes: For best effect, the bark should be scrubbed gently with a hand brush and water once a year. This removes any green algae or grime and helps to restore the colour. Similar to Betula utilis 'Dark Ness'.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Medium (8m - 15m), Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Soil: Alkaline, Site: Windy
Special Features: Ornamental Bark, Rare and Unusual

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