Good in winter for colour. Himalayan Birch trees- Betula Utilis Jacquemontii trees are some of the very best trees for the edges of glades. Jacquemontii which have striking nearly white barks very welcoming in the long cold winter months. The himalayan birch has strong, steeply rising branches and firm, shiny leaves on stout, grooved and often dark red stalks covered, like the shoots, in long hairs. An excellent specimen for the smaller garden as its eventual height is 30-40 foot.  Also recommended if planted in small groups.