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STYRAX hookeri
Commonly known as Snowbell tree
A rare species forming an upright tree with distinct dark colouration. Flowers single or in small trusses
£35.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
China, India, Nepal. Introduced from Yunnan in 1919 by George Forrest -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousOblong to narrowly elliptic leaves to 8cm (3in) long
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White
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped, 2.5cm (1in) long
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Panicles
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Racemes
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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TreeGraceful small tree. Small clusters of 2-3 dainty, nodding flowers along the branches followed by ovoid fruit to 2cm (¾in) in diameter
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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 - 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) -
Scented flowers
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Summer 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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Broadly columnar
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
5m (16ft)
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