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Dr. Ryan Contreras
Oregon State University

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SWAN SONG®

Japanese snowbell

Styrax japonicus

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Swag Song snowbell full upright habit standing in field White flowers against black foliage on Japanese snowbell Foliage closeup of Swan Song snowbell tree
  • Dramatic foliage
  • Narrow habit
  • Fragrant
Description

SWAN SONG® Styrax makes an unforgettable statement! Soft pink star-like flowers cover the branches in spring, and dramatic purple-black foliage beautifies landscapes spring through fall. Bring drama and gravitas to the landscape with this incredible, dark-leafed Japanese snowbell. 

USDA Zone
5-9 (-20F/-28.9C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
8-12'
Width
4-6'
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Late spring
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Black

Soil

Moist, well drained, acidic

Features: Foliage interest, Heat tolerant, Tree, Deer resistant

Filters: Botanical genus: Styrax, Common name: Japanese snowbell, Retail program: Proven Winners® Trees, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Black foliage

Features: Foliage interest, Heat tolerant, Tree, Deer resistant

Filters: Botanical genus: Styrax, Common name: Japanese snowbell, Retail program: Proven Winners® Trees, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Black foliage