Japanese Stewartia
Stewartia pseudocamellia
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Fast, Safe Plant Delivery
Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Sentry™ Protected
Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Flowering, Fall Color/Interest, Thornless, and Attracts pollinators
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Height
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Width
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Growing Zones
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Sunlight
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Growth RateSlow
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Flower Color
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Leaf Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodEarly Summer, Late Summer
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT, OR
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
4 Season Ornamental Tree
- 4 Seasons of Interest
- Easy Care
- Showy, Showy, Showy!
- White Flowers
If you are looking for a showy tree to place front and center in your landscape plan, you can't go wrong with Japanese Stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia). From its elegant branching and pyramidal shade to its highly textured bark, to the annual eye-catching flower display and wonderful fall color - this should be a very strong contender for your consideration.
Easy to grow and maintain, they are also very versatile. Use this as a yard tree to give shade, as a multi-trunked tree for a more informal feel or trained into a tree with a single leader trunk.
In spring, this tree really shines with large white camellia-like flowers with sweetly ruffled petals. You'll be the talk of the street as it starts it's long bloom season that can last several weeks. Pollinators will also adore your tree, so you'll feel like you are doing your part to help our ecology.
Long, leathery leaves turn reddish purple in fall and make another big visual impact. Then, you'll love the ornamental, exfoliating bark all year long. The bark just gets better with age.
Consider placing an identification placard near the tree, or you'll risk getting tired of telling passerby's and neighbors what kind of tree it is! Japanese Stewartia has been featured in garden décor magazines and is a favorite of garden designers.
Plant one in the front yard to instantly anchor the house to the landscape. Place it at least 10 feet away near the corner of your home. You'll really appreciate this special tree as it grows to give your home character, style and charm.
You'll want to put a comfy chair near a bedroom window overlooking the tree, so you can enjoy seeing the gorgeous flowers. What a treat to pamper yourself with!
Order this popular tree today, we'd hate to have you miss out. Get the largest size you can to make an immediate impact in your landscape.
