STYRAX japonicus 'Fargesii'

Deciduous - elliptic-oblong, minutely toothed, glossy, mid- to dark green leaves to 10cm (4in), or more, long, turning red or yellow in autumn.

White

Height - 10m (33ft)

Spread - 8m (26ft)

Tree - graceful, spreading tree. Produces flowers along the undersides of the branches followed by small greyish green fruits after a warm summer.

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Additional Features - Good to know - can be pruned after flowering to restrict its size.

Ornamental bark - on older branches the bark splits to reveal orange inner bark providing winter interest

Pests & Diseases - trouble free

Place of origin - China, Korea, Japan.

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Flower Shape - Bell/Lantern - bell-shaped 1.5cm (½in), or more, long with yellow stamens

Garden Location/Conditions - Suitable for small gardens - Suitable for small gardens

Woodland garden

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Scented Plants - Scented flowers

Seasonal Interest - Summer

Winter

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich

Neutral to acid soil

Tree Shape - Rounded to broadly spreading

Wildlife - Bee friendly