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Description:
Stewartias bear camellia-like white flowers in July through August. Mature trees
have polished, peeling bark and fine autumn color. Prefers lime free soil in a
sheltered, lightly shaded area with protection from spring frosts when young. This
tree has year-round appeal. |
| Common Name: |
Japanese Stewartia |
| Botanical
Name: |
Stewartia pseudocamellia |
| Type: |
Deciduous Tree |
| Soil
Preference: |
This tree tolerates drought and
occasional
wetness but prefers well-drained, sandy or clay soils. The pH preference is acidic
to slightly alkaline. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun to Full Shade |
| Attributes: |
Pest Tolerant. Flowers when few other
plants are in flower. |
| Pests: |
None of major concern |
| Diseases: |
None of major concern |
| Care: |
Pruning is not necessary. Provide a loose, acid soil
for best performance. Fertilize with Plant-tone approximately April 1st, May 20th,
July 4th, August 15th & October 30th. Keep granular fertilizers off foliage and
away from stems and trunks. Use 1/2 the recommended rate of fertilizer for new
plantings. Planting Instructions: Trees &
Shrubs |
| Varieties: |
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Stewartia
pseudocamellia
Japanese Stewartia
zones 4b-7b
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| Description: Small to medium sized pyramidal to oval tree. White
flowers in July. A must for the serious gardener! |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
July |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
25-40' |
| Spread: |
15-20' |
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Stewartia
pseudocamellia 'Milk & Honey'
Milk & Honey Japanese Stewartia
zones 4b-7b
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| Description: Just like the species except with more brilliant red and
yellow fall color. Also bears profuse quantities of larger blooms and bark color
that is brighter in intensity. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
July |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
25-40' |
| Spread: |
15-20' |
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