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Betula 'Crimson Frost'

Family Betulaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 7.5 - 12 m (25 - 40 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Betula 'Crimson Frost' (birch) produces showy and bright lime blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. This plant is pyramidal in form and has showy foliage that is deep fuchsia in colour. The bark is white. Betula 'Crimson Frost' (birch) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent and specimen.
Special Characteristics In autumn, Betula 'Crimson Frost' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.