Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Prefers afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch
- Best in sheltered locations protected from harsh winds
Bloom Time:
- Early to mid-summer (June to July)
- White, cup-shaped flowers with orange-yellow anthers
Size:
Height: 20 to 40 feet in cultivation (can reach 50–60 feet in the wild)
Width: 15 to 30 feet
Attributes:
- Camellia-like white flowers
- Glossy, dark green foliage with brilliant fall color
- Exfoliating bark in shades of gray, orange, and reddish-brown
- Slow-growing and long-lived
- Excellent four-season interest
- Native to Japan and Korea
Care Tips:
- Plant in moist, well-drained, organically rich, slightly acidic soil
- Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained soils
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods
- Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Prune only to remove dead or crossing branches
Pest watch:
- Generally pest- and disease-free
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