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  • STEWARTIA pteropetiolata
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    STEWARTIA pteropetiolata

    Commonly known as Deciduous camellia

    Tall growing evergreen species with a multitude of white flowers
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Trouble free
    • Place of origin
      China (Yunnan), northern Vietnam
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Evergreen
      Leathery, elliptic to oblong leaves, to 10cm (4in) long, with prominent veins
    • White
    • Cup-shaped
    • Single
      Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Height
      8m (26ft)
    • Spread
      4m (13ft)
    • Tree
      Small tree with dull grey, finely fissured bark. New foliage is reddish, turning light, then darker green. Produces solitary flowers to 7cm (2¾in) across.Dry black seed heads remain through winter
    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
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    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Woodland garden
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile, humus-rich
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Shelter from strong winds
      Partial shade
      Dappled shade
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    Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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