About
A small deciduous tree to around 3m high, with a weeping habit and oval, slightly toothed, mid to dark green leaves. Clusters of pendent, perfumed white flowers are produced in early summer.
About the genus
Styrax can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs with simple, alternate leaves and nodding bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers in spring or summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitColumnar upright, Pendulous weeping
FoliageDeciduous
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationThrives in moist but well-drained, loamy, acid to neutral soil, in full or afternoon sun. Provide shelter from cold drying winds
PruningMinimal pruning required, see pruning group 1. Flowers are produced on the previous year's growth
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in summer, or by grafting in winter
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility