The two foot long cuttings (60 cm) are planted so that half is in the soil. This makes them vulnerable to being smothered by weeds and grass before they get away, and so they are only suited to situations where they will receive a high standard of care in the early days. The smallest cuttings (30cm / 1ft) must be planted so that only 5cm (2") is showing above ground. In order to get strong root development, you must ensure there is sufficient length below the soil level. For larger-scale planting schemes, a mole-plough or subsoil blade may be pulled through the ground in rows and the cuttings simply pushed into the loosened soil slit and firmed in by foot. Alternatively a narrow hole may be made with a bar or spike and the cutting pushed to the bottom and firmed well. In firmer soils simply make a vertical slit with a spade and push the cutting to the bottom of the slit and firm well by treading. They can simply be pushed into loose cultivated soil and firmed in. The cuttings are quick and easy to plant. They are provided with a slanted cut at the base and a straight cut at the top to make insertion into the ground easier and distinguish top from bottom. Planting Willow and Poplar Setts / Cuttings Planting may be carried out at any time between early-November and mid-May. This tree will grow to 6 metres with a spread of 4 metres after ten years. This handsome tree has to be one of the most interesting of all the Betulas with its leaves going from the summer purple through to oranges and yellows in autumn. It is a very versatile tree that is both drought tolerant and wet tolerant.
#Red frost birch full#
It prefers to be planted in a full sun position. As with all birches, despite being successful on most well-drained soils, if planted in chalk soils the birch will not reach a maximum size. Starting off as a creamy white shade, then finally turning to cinnamon and brown.Ī new introduction from the USA, this tree will be happy growing in the UK. In addition to the beautiful colour of the leaves, its unique bark changes colour as it matures. As autumn arrives, the foliage turns to a spectacular fiery orange-red, making it a great focal point. If you'e looking for a birch with a variety of colour, then this is the perfect choice with its distinctive rich burgundy leaves.
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