Styrax japonicus fargesii (Japanese Snowbell)

Styrax japonicus fargesii (Japanese Snowbell)

Why we love it: "A delicate beauty...dark leaves perched like butterflies above the white, bell-shaped flowers." - Dirr's Hardy Trees and Shrubs




Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 20 ft to 30 ft Spread: 20 ft to 30 ft
Form: arching
Type: deciduous tree
Annual Growth Rate: 12 to 18 inches
Flowers: White Blooms June, seeds ripen in October

This tree grows in sun or light shade, and will not tolerate hot dry soil. Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Smooth gray bark is very attractive, and Dirr says plant this tree on a hillside so its downward facing flowers can be viewed from below.The fruits are used as beads in rosaries etc.

Plant Profile: Dictamus (Gas Plant)

DICTAMUS A. ALBIFLORUS (WHITE)

DEER RESISTANT FULL SUN PLANT - CAN CAUSE CONTACT DERMATITIS!
zone 3
24 - 30" tall and wide
blooms: June - July



DICTAMUS ALBUS (PINK FORM)

DEER RESISTANT FULL SUN PLANT - CAN CAUSE CONTACT DERMATITIS!
zone 3
24 - 36" tall and wide
blooms: June - July

Our grower says: "Once established, Dictamnus makes a nice addition to the garden, whether planted alone or in a group. The common name of gas plant refers to the light, volatile gas the plant produces that can be ignited."