SINOJACKIA xylocarpa
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SINOJACKIA xylocarpa
A rare but attractive Styrax-like tree with long racemes of white flowers and ovoid fruits
£19.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Endangered in the wildThese plants are listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's list of 'Red Plants'. This is a list of threatened species in the wild, they are either critically, endangered or vulnerable to extinction.Vulnerable
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Eastern China -
Deciduousglossy, dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long, wedge-shaped at the bases with pointed tips.
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White
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Star-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Obovate
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Height
6m (20ft) -
Spread
6m (20ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small spreading tree. Produces flowers 2.5cm (1in) across with yellow stamens.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
With midday shade. Avoid very exposed sites. -
Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size6m (20ft)
6m (20ft)
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Sinojackia xylocarpa - Growing Guide
