Betula utilis 'Doorenbos' - MULTISTEM 300-350 CM CONT

Description
The Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' (Betula utilis) is a broad, egg-shaped tree that produces greenish-yellow flowers. They appear in May. These produce light brown fruits. The Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' also has heart-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is white, rolling. In a sunny location, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 m and is approx. 7 m wide. The Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' makes no special demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* Olive-green shoots * attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * can be partially planted over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' are medium green, heart-shaped, alternate. They are about 5 - 7 cm in size. Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' turns a bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
White, rolling bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Netherlands.

Frost hardiness
The Himalayan birch 'Doorenbos' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, ovoid.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The greenish-yellow flowers appear in May. These grow to about 12 cm tall.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Shoots
The shoots of Betula utilis 'Doorenbos' are olive green.

Root
Betula utilis 'Doorenbos' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.