Armstrong Garden Centers Camphor Tree
Best long-lived shade tree for spacious, sunny landscapes.
This is a majestic, long-lived shade tree that fills your garden with a crisp, signature scent and year-round glossy greenery. It is a high-impact architectural choice, but be prepared for the maintenance that comes with its prolific fruit and aggressive growth habits.
$109.99
at
Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Homeowners needing rapid shade for large outdoor spaces
- Busy gardeners seeking low-maintenance, resilient landscape additions
- Sensory garden enthusiasts wanting natural insect-repelling foliage
Who should skip it
- Property owners concerned about foundation or sidewalk damage
- Minimalists wanting a low-maintenance, tidy yard
- Urban dwellers with limited space or overhead power lines
Performance breakdown
Landscape Impact
Massive canopy and upright habit create an immediate, commanding focal point.
Maintenance Effort
Frequent fruit drop requires consistent cleanup to maintain a tidy space.
Urban Resilience
Robust tolerance for city pollution makes it a reliable street tree.
Aromatic Appeal
Distinctive camphor scent provides a unique sensory experience for your garden.
Growth Pace
Slow development requires patience before achieving full, mature shade coverage.
Environmental Compatibility
Invasive tendencies and toxicity risks demand careful, strategic site selection.
Key Specs
Mature Height
60 feet
Mature Width
50 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Bloom Time
Late Winter to Early Spring
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Hardiness Zone
8b
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Soil Type Preference
Sand, Alkaline
Container Grown
Yes
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