Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
India, Nepal, China
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Types
Betula utilis
Bigleaf hydrangea, Hortensia, Smooth hydrangea, Oakleaf hydrangea, Annabelle
Habitat
Mountains
Forest edges, Hillside, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-7
3-9
Sunset Zone
3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17
21,22
Habit
Pyramidal
Mat-forming
Flower Color
Tan, Brown
Light Blue, Dark Blue
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Yellow green
Green, Pink, Bronze, Ivory
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green, Pink, Bronze, Ivory
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Green, Pink, Bronze, Ivory
Leaf Color in Winter
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Green, Pink, Bronze, Ivory
Leaf Shape
Cordiform
Oblovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Early Spring
Late Spring, Early Summer
Where to Plant?
Ground
Container, Ground
How to Plant?
Grafting, Stem Cutting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season
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In Summer
Average Water
Average Water
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Fertilize in early spring, Fertilize in late fall, slow-release fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Honey fungus, Leaves with brown tip, Phytophthora Root Rot, Powdery mildew, Verticillium Wilt
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Dry Conditions, waterlogging, Wet Site
Drought
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
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Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Allergy
-
Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Beauty Benefits
Weightloss
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Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Carminative
Fever, Kidney problems, Urinary tract problems
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Leaves
Flowers, Root
Other Uses
Used in construction, Wood is used in construction
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Used As Indoor Plant
No
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Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Edging, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall
Botanical Name
BETULA utilis
AJUGA 'Rainbow'
Common Name
Himalayan Birch
Bugleweed, Rainbow Bugleweed
In Hindi
हिमालय सन्टी
Hydrangea
In German
Himalaya-Birke
Hortensie
In French
bouleau de l'Himalaya
Hortensia
In Spanish
abedul del Himalaya
Hortensia
In Greek
Himalayan σημύδας
υδραγεία
In Portuguese
bétula Himalaia
Hortênsia
In Polish
Himalayan brzoza
Hortensja
In Latin
Birch Himalayan
Hibiscus
Family
Betulaceae
Lamiaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
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Season and Care of Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed
Season and care of Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed is important to know. While considering everything about Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed Care, growing season is an essential factor. Himalayan Birch season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Bugleweed season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Himalayan Birch is Loam, Sand and for Bugleweed is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Himalayan Birch is Acidic, Neutral and for Bugleweed is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed Physical Information
Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed physical information is very important for comparison. Himalayan Birch height is 1,220.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Bugleweed height is 10.20 cm and width 45.70 cm. The color specification of Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed are as follows:
Himalayan Birch flower color: Tan and Brown
Himalayan Birch leaf color: Yellow green
Bugleweed flower color: Light Blue and Dark Blue
- Bugleweed leaf color: Green, Pink, Bronze and Ivory
Care of Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed
Care of Himalayan Birch and Bugleweed include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Himalayan Birch pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Bugleweed pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Himalayan Birch needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Bugleweed needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water.