Description
The Japanese Stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia) is a stunning, slow-growing deciduous tree prized for its ornamental flowers, striking bark, and brilliant fall color. Growing 20-40 feet tall with a pyramidal to oval shape, this tree offers visual interest in every season.
In early to mid-summer, delicate white, camellia-like flowers with golden centers bloom, creating a beautiful contrast against its dark green leaves. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into fiery shades of red, orange, and purple, providing a breathtaking seasonal display. Even in winter, the exfoliating, mottled bark in shades of gray, brown, and orange adds a unique, sculptural quality to the landscape.
Thriving in partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil, Japanese Stewartia is a low-maintenance tree with excellent pest and disease resistance. Whether used as a specimen tree, in woodland gardens, or as an accent in mixed borders, it brings refined beauty and structure to any setting.