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STYRAX japonicus 'Fargesii'

Commonly known as Japanese snowbell

A more tree-like form with larger leaves

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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 - Autumn
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich
Neutral to acid soil
Tree Shape - Rounded to broadly spreading
Wildlife - Bee friendly