Betula comprises both deciduous trees and shrubs, known for their vibrant autumn foliage and distinctive bark that can be white, pink, or brown and peeling. In spring, male and female catkins emerge separately, preceding or coinciding with leaf growth.

Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii Polunin Coll

Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii variegated (v)

Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii wild origin

Betula utilis subsp. occidentalis

Betula utilis subsp. utilis

This medium-sized deciduous tree features a tall, slender form and glossy, exfoliating bark that starts as a rich reddish-brown and lightens with age. The leaves are dark green with prominent veins, transforming to yellow hues in the fall.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Bhutan Sienna'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Buckland'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Buddha' is a rapidly growing, medium-sized deciduous tree that can reach around 7 meters in height. Its bark features a distinctive pinkish-brown tone with copper hues and is marked by prominent white lenticels. In spring, the tree produces dark green leaves that shift to a soft yellow in the fall.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Buddha'

This medium-sized deciduous tree features an arching to subtly weeping form. Its young bark is glossy and peels away in rich reddish-brown tones, gradually lightening as it ages. The leaves are deeply veined and dark green, transforming into vibrant yellow hues in the fall.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'China Bronze'

This medium-sized deciduous tree features a slender, upright form and smooth, shiny bark that peels in dark red layers, prominently accented with white markings that diminish over time. The leaves are deeply veined and dark green, transitioning to yellow hues in the fall.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Chris Lane'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Chris Sanders'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Cobhay Amber'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Cobhay Sentinel'

A medium-sized deciduous tree with a narrow, upright form, 'Dark-Ness' features glossy dark brown bark adorned with white lenticels. In spring, its foliage emerges in deep green, transitioning to a soft buttery yellow by autumn.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Dark-Ness'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Forest Blush' is a robust, upright deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 18 meters. Its smooth bark features a distinctive white to pink hue. The leaves are elegantly shaped and transition to yellow during the autumn months. In early spring, it produces male catkins that can grow up to 12 centimeters in length, displaying a yellow-brown color.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Forest Blush'

This medium-sized deciduous tree features a slender, vertical growth form. The young bark is glossy and peels away, displaying a dark coppery red color accented by white markings. Its leaves are deeply veined and dark green, transitioning to yellow hues as autumn approaches.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Mount Luoji'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Nepalese Orange' is a rapidly growing deciduous tree that can reach heights of approximately 15 meters. Its notable bark features a deep orange hue accented by white lenticels. In spring, the tree produces dark green leaves that transition to a soft yellow as autumn arrives. Additionally, yellow-brown catkins emerge during the spring season.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Nepalese Orange'

A robust, vertical tree characterized by its smooth, dark-brown bark and shiny foliage.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Park Wood'

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Sichuan Red'

This deciduous tree features a broad crown that can reach up to 8 meters in height. Its bark starts as a rich chocolate-brown, evolving into a mix of bronze, copper, and light brown tones as it ages. The leaves are oval-shaped and green, transitioning to yellow as autumn approaches.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'Wakehurst Place Chocolate'

This medium-sized deciduous tree features a straight, narrow form and smooth, white bark on its young branches. In spring, it produces yellow-green catkins, which are succeeded by green leaves that have a veined and serrated appearance. As autumn approaches, these leaves transition to various shades of yellow.

Betula utilis subsp. utilis 'White-Ness'

Betula utilis var. yunnanensis

Betula verrucosa f. subdalecarlica

Betula x aurata

Betula x borggreveana

Betula x caerulea

Betula x cruithnei

Betula x intermedia

Betula x koehnei

Betula x minor

Betula x plettkei

Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure' PBR is a compact birch, reaching heights of approximately 75 cm. It features small, rounded deciduous leaves with serrated edges that display vivid yellow hues, transitioning to shades of red and yellow in the fall. This variety is well-suited for rock gardens and can be pruned to maintain desired shapes.

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