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Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare'

Also Known As

  • Styrax 'Momo Shidare'
  • SNOWBELL

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare' plant details

Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: styracaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, weeping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The perfect small tree for a garden focal point! In late-spring beautiful deep pink buds open to sugar-cookie scented, soft-pink, starry blooms which appear in abundance hanging down along the graceful weeping branches of this small 8-10' tall by 4-5' wide tree. Summer brings bright-green leaves which turn a lovely lemon-yellow in fall. S/M-GDr

Gardening facts about Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare' plant

How to Grow Styrax japonicus 'Momo-shidare'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-8'

  • sun
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 20'-30'

Width: 15'-25'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 5'-10'

Width: 3'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'-25'

  • sun
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 20'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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