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STYRAX
Commonly known as Japanese snowbell
All Flower JUN-JUL
Fragrant snowbell flowers presented as solitary, in pendent, terminal or axillary racemes or panicles, or produced in clusters on short branchlets.
Graceful trees for a woodland garden.
Genus of about 130 species of deciduous or evergreen shrubs or small trees found in woodland or thickets in Europe, Asia, and North America, including Mexico.
Plant Details
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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
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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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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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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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Weeping / pendulous
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for the back of a large, sheltered shrub borderCottage gardenSuitable for small gardensTown gardenWoodland garden
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-richNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Tolerates full sun. Shelter from cold, dry winds
Partial shade
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