Snowcone® Japanese Snowbell
Styrax japonicus 'JFS-D'
SKU
40674
Lovely, lightly scented white flowers hang from a multi-stemmed deciduous tree with strongly horizontal side branches. Splendid as a small tree for patio or near a pathway. The fruits are gray drupes displayed from late summer to late fall. Attractive dark green leaves turn an outstanding yellow in fall.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | STY-raks ja-PON-i-kus |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow-growing small tree to 25 ft. tall and 20 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Creamy-white flowers in early summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Fall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish root system. Once established, maintain evenly moist soil; will not thrive in dry conditions. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in early spring. Prune annually to shape in late winter to early spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8
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