SCHIMA argentea

Evergreen - lance-shaped, tapered, scalloped or toothed leaves 7-24cm (3-10in) long, glossy, dark green with red veins.

White

Height - 10m (33ft)

Spread - 6m (20ft)

Tree - or large shrub. Produces camellia-like flowers, to 7cm (3in) across, with 5 or 6 rounded petals, from red-tinged buds.

Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)

Full sun - with midday shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds.

Additional Features - Architectural interest -

Good to know - attractive, spirally-growing leaves

Pests & Diseases - none

Place of origin - Himalayas to southeastern Asia

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Pruning group - 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.

RHS group 1

Seasonal Interest - Autumn -

Spring

Summer

Winter

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

Neutral to acid soil

Tree Shape - Broadly conical -