Buy Poliothyrsis sinensis

Also Known As

Chinese Pearlbloom

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-40'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

3a-9b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $29.95

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Poliothyrsis sinensis plant details

Poliothyrsis sinensis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In fall and summer cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Poliothyrsis sinensis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Poliothyrsis sinensis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pearlbloom perfectly describes the round pearly buds on the 6-8" panicles which open to be fragrant creamy-white flowers making their appearance on red stems in late summer to early fall, iridescent bronzy spring leaves deepen to dark-green before turning yellow in the autumn; this beautiful 20-40' tree/shrub is native to the mixed forests of eastern and central China, brought to the U.S. by E.H. Wilson in 1908 it has become an appreciated addition to the landscape. S/M