Betula utilis ‘Edinburgh’

Found in the nursery of The Edinburgh Botanic Gardens, this recent introduction is noted for it’s vigour and upright habit. Eventually developing a striking white bark, this selection is also ideal for a multi-stemmed tree. Glossy green leaves appear during the spring alongside the dark brown catkins. A lovely display of yellow autumn colour contrasting well with the white bark. Ht 6m x 4m in 10 years. Most soils with certain species happy even in wet sites. Although tolerant of chalk soils they will not reach a maximum size in these conditions. Best planted in a full sun position.