Scientific Name
Stewartia malacodendron

Common Name
Silky camellia; Sewartia


Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Habit: Deciduous
Exposure: High shade, early morning sun; well drained soil
Height: Up to 12'
Flower/Fruit: 2-3" waxy white flowers with dark purple center in mid summer into fall
Comments: Lightly striped cinnamon colored bark; fertilize sparingly; slow grower; glossy green leaves; transplant only young plants in late winter or early spring
Cultivars: --
 

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