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Styrax redivivus

Also Known As

  • Styrax officinale ssp. redivivus
  • Styrax officinalis ssp. redivivus
  • Styrax officinalis var. vivipara
  • Showdrop Bush
  • SNOWBELL

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Styrax redivivus plant details

Styrax redivivus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Styrax redivivus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: styracaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Styrax redivivus

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The snow-white blossoms of this compact (to 6') native shrub are "powerfully fragrant" (Genders-Scented Flora) in summer. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Styrax redivivus plant

How to Grow Styrax redivivus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Styrax japonica 'Fragrant Fountain', Fragrant Fountain Japanese Snowbell

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun
  • even moisture
Photo of Styrax japonicus 'Fragrant Fountain' PPAF foliage, form by Karl Gercens III
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aka Styrax japonica 'Frosted Emerald', Frosted Emerald Japanese Snowbell

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 20'-30'

Width: 15'-25'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
Photo of Styrax japonicus 'Frosted Emerald' PPAF foliage by plant lust
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aka Showdrop Bush

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 5'-10'

Width: 3'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
Photo of Styrax officinalis flower by Stickpen
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aka Big-leafed Storax, Fragrant Snowbell

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 20'-35'

Width: 15'-25'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Styrax obassia form by Chhe
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aka Styrax japonica, Styrax japonicum, Japanese Snowbell

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 15'-25'

Width: 20'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Styrax japonicus flower, form by Dalgial
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