Jacquemontii Himalayan Birch Tree

Betula utilis var. jacquemontii

$599⁹¹

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To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.

Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.

*If you have found your zone already, it will be highlighted in the table below.

Standard Shipping Rates

At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.

From	To	S&H
$0	$19.99	$24.99
$20	$49.99	$29.99
$50	$69.99	$34.99
$70	$99.99	$39.99
$100	$129.99	$44.99
$130	$149.99	$48.99
$150	$150+	Approx 28%

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Understanding Plant Options

Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Jacquemontii Himalayan Birch Tree highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Betula utilis var. jacquemontii
Growing Zones

5-7
Mature Height

30 - 40 feet
Mature Spread

18 - 20 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Moderate
Soil

Well Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Fall Color

Yellow
Pruning Time

After Flowering
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring

Growing Zones 5-7

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Eye-popping white bark, the Jacquemontii Himalayan Birch Tree (Betula utilis var. jacquemontii) is the go-to ornamental Birch tree because of its yellow fall foliage that dramatically pops along with its peeling, exfoliating white bark!

You want a tree that is going to stand tall and proud no matter what and this tree does just that with its upright, pyramidal shape that is known for its distinctive, hardy white bark and strong branching. Showy catkins in the spring become flakey seedpods in the fall for an extra touch of interest.

The yellow-green toothy, tapered foliage turns yellow in the fall making it perfect for adding color to your landscaping, this Birch tree is about 30 feet tall with a spread of about 20 feet, and the toothy foliage adds a lacy air to the landscape. Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 7, these trees are open-branched and graceful additions to your home.

Landscape Application:

The light shade these trees cast won't shade out the lawn. So feel free to show off this specimen in your front lawn on a berm or create a grouping of these trees for your birds and a backyard hammock in the backyard. The white noise and fine texture created by the foliage make Jacquemontii the ideal shade tree to kick back and relax under to escape reality for a while.

The many perks of this tree when combined look incredibly captivating in a mass planting and Jacquemontii has an easy-care air that makes it easy en masse without all the upkeep to maintain a large stand.

Add lightness to a mixed tree line or brightness to a windbreak by adding a few Birch. You'll especially love the stark white contrast of Jacquemontii's bark against dark evergreen trees and shrubs!

Yellow-Green Pointed Toothy Leaves
Open Graceful Pyramidal Form
Exfoliating Peeling White Bark
Easy To Grow
Shade Trees, Lawn Specimens & Wildlife Friendly Groupings

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Paper Birch loves a cool, moist, north or east-facing site or where the sun does not bake the roots. Use a nice 4-inch layer of mulch over the roots for excellent results. Provide a well-drained soil location with regular moisture access. Birch can grow in many conditions but doesn't do well with drought. If needed, prune Birch after flowering to prevent excess sap loss.