Description
A new introduction from the United States, Betula x 'Royal Frost' has glossy, deep burgundy red leaves from spring to summer and lovely white bark once established. Unusually for a birch, the leaves can turn vivid shades of yellow, orange or red before falling in autumn. A spectacular small garden tree once established with year round interest.
Features
- Common name: Purple Birch.
- Position: Full sun.
- Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Rate of Growth: Moderate
- Habit: Small, slender, branching tree.
- Height: 10 m (32 ft)
- Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
- Notes: Betula x 'Royal Frost' is a hybrid between Betula populifolia 'Whitespire' and Betula 'Crimson Frost'
- Supplied Size: 3L containers.