STYRAX japonicus 'Sohuksan'

A vigorous form with large leaves and the largest flowers of any Styrax we have seen growing at Burncoose

Deciduous - elliptic-oblong, minutely toothed, leathery, dark green leaves 10cm (4in) or more long turning yellow in autumn
White
Height - 10m (33ft)
Spread - 8m (26ft)
Tree - graceful, spreading tree producing flowers on long stalks singly or in clusters of 3-6 along the undersides of the branches
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 - - syn. 'Sohuksan'. Produces larger bells. 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. Selected by JC Raulston, North Carolina State University, USA
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Flower Shape - Bell/Lantern - - bell-shaped flowers to 2.5cm (1in) across
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 -