Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') — Bushy

Overview

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') is a bushy trees in the genus Styrax, part of the Styracaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include woodland garden, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.

About

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Styrax genus, which comprises both deciduous and evergreen trees or shrubs with simple, alternate foliage. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspect. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for woodland gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. In spring and summer, it produces nodding, bell-shaped flowers that are pleasantly fragrant.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Styrax

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Clay, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Trees
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Woodland garden, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E')

Propagation: Softwood cuttings in summer, Seed sown fresh at 15°C reducing the temperature to 0 to 5°C after 3 months
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E')?

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') need?

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, clay and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') hardy in the UK?

Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E') has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Styrax japonicus Snow Charm ('Jfs-E')?

Softwood cuttings in summer, Seed sown fresh at 15°C reducing the temperature to 0 to 5°C after 3 months.

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