Betula utilis 'Long Trunk' Tree

Betula utilis 'Long Trunk' is a beautifully slender Weeping Himalayan Birch tree with white exfoliating bark. It is a a pendulous form of Betula utilis Jacquemontii and features the same bright white bark and slightly oversized, forest green leaves that turn a warm, golden yellow in autumn.

This weeping Himalayan Birch tree thrives in full sun or dappled shade and grows well in any moist or well-drained soil. The pendulous branches of Betula utilis 'Long Trunk' will reach the ground and it can look spectacular planted close to and overhanging a pond.

AKA Weeping White-Barked Himalayan Birch, Betula pendula 'Long Trunk'

Nigel's Nursery Notes: All branches on this graceful form will naturally weep. We support the leader with a cane to enable a straight trunk to develop. Should you wish to increase the height further, then you can tie in the leader to a longer cane.