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STYRAX japonicus 'Sohuksan'
Commonly known as Japanese snowbell
A vigorous form with large leaves and the largest flowers of any Styrax we have seen growing at Burncoose
£30.00 each
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Good to know
Syn. 'Sohuksan'. Produces larger bells. Can be pruned after flowering to restrict its size -
Ornamental barkOn older branches the bark splits to reveal orange inner bark providing winter interest
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan. Selected by JC Raulston, North Carolina State University, USA -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousMinutely toothed, leathery, dark green leaves 10cm (4in) or more long turning yellow in autumn
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White
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped flowers to 2.5cm (1in) across
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
8m (26ft)
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TreeGraceful, spreading tree producing flowers on long stalks singly or in clusters of 3-6 along the undersides of the branches
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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 - 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) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size10m (33ft)
8m (26ft)
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