Scientific Name
Stewartia malacodendron

Common Name
Silky camellia

Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate to slow
Site Requirements: Partial shade; well drained soil; dislikes wet feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Large shrub to small tree
Height: 10 to 15’
Width: --
Leaf: 2 to 4" alternate, simple leaves
Flower/Fruit: 2.5 to 3.5" flowers in mid summer; white petals with purple and blue parts; .5" woody egg shaped capsule and brown seeds
Comments: Native; difficult to transplant
Cultivars: --
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