Styrax Japonicus – Japanese Snowbell

Styrax Japonicus – Japanese Snowbell

Japanese Snowbell

Styrax japonicus

Plant Type: Deciduous, flowering, small tree

Habit: Compact; horizontal branching; rounded crown

Mature Size: 20’-30’ tall; 15’-20’ wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Zones: 5-9

Foliage: Ovate, glossy, medium to deep green leaves; yellow to red in fall

Flower: Pendulous clusters of white, bell-shaped, fragrant flowers bloom May to June

Requirements: Well drained, acidic, moist soil; full sun to part shade

Landscape Characteristics: Lawn specimen, woodland gardens, shrub borders. Container tree. Excellent choice near patios or in mixed beds. Moderate drought and salt tolerance.