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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
  • Deciduous
    Oblong to narrowly elliptic leaves to 8cm (3in) long
  • White
  • Height
    8m (26ft)
  • Spread
    5m (16ft)
  • Tree
    Graceful small tree. Small clusters of 2-3 dainty, nodding flowers along the branches followed by ovoid fruit to 2cm (¾in) in diameter
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

STYRAX hookeri

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Trouble free
    Place of origin
    China, India, Nepal. Introduced from Yunnan in 1919 by George Forrest
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Bell/Lantern
    Bell-shaped, 2.5cm (1in) long
    Panicles
    Racemes
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • 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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Broadly columnar
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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8m (26ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  5m (16ft)
  

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