Betula albosinensis 'Conyngham' (Conyngham Chinese Red Birch)


Botanical Information

FamilyBetulaceae
GenusBetula
Speciesalbosinensis
Cultivar'Conyngham'
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone1a - 5b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-40 - (-14)
Temperature (°F)-40 - 0
Height20 m
Spread5 m
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeAn excellent specimen tree.
PropagationPropagate by seed, with light present for germination, although seeds may not come true. Can also be propagated through side-veneer grafts in late winter.
CultivationVery hardy, but prefers a deep, well-draining loam soil.
PestsProne to attack by several bracket fungi, as well as mildew and birch rust.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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