Japanese Stewartia

Japanese Stewartia

Regular price $145.00 Sale

Stewartia pseudocamellia

Flowering tree w/camellia-like blooms ( 2.5" white petal w/orange-yellow stamens in July) Fresh green leaves that turn bronzy-purple in Autumn. 
Note: Does not tolerate wind or drought.                      
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC
Ornamental Characteristics
Category Flowering Tree
Foliage Type Deciduous
Height 15' - 30'
Spread 20' +
Shape Upright & pyramidal to oval form
Primary Foliage Color Green
Seasonal Foliage Color Purple-bronze/reddish
Flowering Season Summer
Flower Color White
Berries N/A
Environmental Characteristics
Growth Rate Slow
Sun Preferences Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences Moist (not wet): Prepare planting area for adequate drainage. Poor drainage results in root rot. 
Cold Hardiness Zone 5  to 7