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Stewartia pseudocamellia
Choose Japanese Stewartia if you want a specimen tree with summer white flowers, clean branching, and bark interest; the tradeoff is slower payoff and a need for steady moisture, especially while it settles in.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | It gives a refined focal point through flowers, form, and bark, but it is quieter than a crabapple or cherry in bloom. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It grows at a moderate pace, so buy it for long-term structure rather than instant size. |
| Maintenance | B | It is not fussy once established, but young trees need even watering and thoughtful placement. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | C+ | It can work in a generous bed, but cramped foundation spots will become a problem. |
| Screening Value | D | It is a specimen tree, not a privacy screen or boundary plant. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Japanese Stewartia as a focal tree where the homeowner will water during dry spells and can give it space. It is not our first pick for quick cover or problem dry sites.
| Mature Height | 30 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 22.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-8b |
| Spacing | 30 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, pyramidal |
Usually in early summer, after many spring-flowering trees are finished.
It has normal leaf drop, but it is not known for heavy fruit cleanup.
Protect it where deer browse regularly; it is not a dependable resistant plant.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22110
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Bought 8-10 ft and all were barely 8 if you count the container. Trees are thin and lots of brown branches and broken branches due you thrown in box truck no wrapping or anything. Hoping they survive and thicken up quick…
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
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Huge selection and fast delivery. All plants arrived in great condition.
Great prices and Unbelievable selection of big and small trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials! Nicest folks to work with. And local delivery is awesome! First time purchasing from this company, , and have already told friends, neighbors and family. The owner Chris is professional, knowledgeable, and yet laid back in a most friendly way. Mags in the office will help with any details. My all time BEST garden purchase EVER!
