Betula utilis var. jacquemontii ‘Snow Queen’ is a deciduous tree and a variety of Himalayan birch, the main feature of which is the stunning snowy white exfoliating winter bark. This develops on the tree early in its life. Betula utilis var. jacquemontii ‘Snow Queen’ produces yellow and brown catkins in the spring, which is followed by ovate, mid-green leaves. These turn a golden yellow in the autumn. The tree will grow to approximately 7m tall with a spread of 3.5m after 20 years. This is a tough tree and will grow in most soils and conditions.
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