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Japanese Stewartia

Stewartia pseudocamellia

Nature Hills Nursery
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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade, aiming for 4 to 6 hours of direct light daily. In warmer climates, provide afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch and keep the foliage looking crisp through the summer.
  • Soil: This tree craves rich, organic, and well drained soil that is slightly acidic. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost and plant in a slightly raised mound to ensure the roots never sit in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first two years of establishment, provide 10 to 15 gallons of water per week to help the root system knit into your native soil. Once mature, the Japanese Stewartia is moderately drought tolerant, but inconsistent moisture during heat waves can lead to "crispy" leaf edges and reduced flower bud formation for the following year.

Pruning Tips

This slow growing tree blooms on new wood, so any necessary shaping should be done in late winter or very early spring before new growth starts. Focus on removing "crossed" branches or any dead wood to highlight the beautiful, exfoliating bark that serves as the plant's best winter feature. Think of pruning as a light thinning to let light reach the interior rather than a heavy structural overhaul.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer designed for acid loving plants in early spring just as the buds begin to swell. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers after midsummer, as this can force tender new growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost, leading to unnecessary winter dieback.

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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.

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