STYRAX japonicus 'Fragrant Fountain'
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STYRAX japonicus 'Fragrant Fountain'
Commonly known as Japanese snowbell
Weeping habit with pendulous, fragrant white flowers
£45.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Ornamental barkOn older branches the bark splits to reveal orange inner bark providing winter interest
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan. Garden origin. USA. 2008. Crispin Silva, Oregon -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduousminutely toothed, glossy, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in), or more, long turning yellow and gold in autumn
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White
With yellow stamens -
Bell/LanternBell-shaped to 1.5cm (½in), or more, long
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BorderSuitable for the back of a large, sheltered shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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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
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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TreeShowy, elegant small tree
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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 flowersStronger scent than other clones
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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
Tolerates full sun. Shelter from cold, dry winds -
Partial shade
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Weeping / pendulous
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2m (6½ft)
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