About
A deciduous conical tree to 15m tall with broadly ovate mid-green leaves irregularly margined creamy-white. Small, dark green flowers held within the large, creamy-white bracts during late spring, are followed by small, ovoid fruits.
About the genus
Davidia is a medium-sized, deciduous tree with ovate leaves and small, dark green flower-clusters each subtended by two large white bracts and followed by ovoid greenish-brown fruits
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spreadwider than 8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by hardwood cuttings in winter. Seed raised plants may not flower for up to 10 years
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free