Betula utilis ‘Nepalese Orange’ (Himalayan Birch)
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A fine ornamental tree with superb bark, slender growth and light shade. The glossy, smooth barks peel freely in sheets and scrolls; particularly effective when backlit by the low winter sun. A beautiful and much under-rated tree.
Height: 9-15 metres, lightly spreading crown.
‘Nepalese Orange’ has a rich orange bark, with very noticeable horizontal bands of lenticels and very soft blooming A very attractive and unusual utilis.
Source: Central Nepal.
Not suitable for very frosty or exposed areas.