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Also Known As

  • Stewartia x 'Scarlet Sentinel'

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel' plant details

Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer
Uses: showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stewartia ovata x S. koreana has everything going for it. This upright plant will have beautiful red fall color. The white flowers have reddish pink stamens in May-June. Seldom offered and not many available. Lovely!

Gardening facts about Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel' plant

How to Grow Stewartia 'Scarlet Sentinel'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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