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Posted 02/15/2023 in Tree

Stewartia pseudocamellia

A small multi-stemmed deciduous tree, Stewartia pseudocamellia features camellia-like white flowers with yellow anthers in June and July. Exfoliating, reddish-brown bark provides winter interest. Elliptic dark green foliage turns an attractive shade of reddish-orange and burgundy in the fall.

Post Details

Latin Name
Stewartia pseudocamellia
Common Name
Japanese stewartia
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
12-40 feet
Spread
8-25 ft
Suggested Uses
Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A small multi-stemmed deciduous tree, Stewartia pseudocamellia features camellia-like white flowers with yellow anthers in June and July. Exfoliating, reddish-brown bark provides winter interest. Elliptic dark green foliage turns an attractive shade of reddish-orange and burgundy in the fall.

Special Care Instructions

Best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.

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