Stewartia pseudocamellia 'Ballet'
Best ornamental tree for gardeners seeking year-round landscape interest.
This is the rare ornamental that actually delivers on its promise of year-round drama, trading quick growth for a slow-burn aesthetic. You’ll have to commit to its specific moisture needs, but the payoff is a sculptural masterpiece that evolves from summer blooms to a fiery autumn finale.
$30.00
Who it's for
- Collectors wanting unique mid-summer floral interest
- Gardeners seeking multi-seasonal landscape beauty
- Homeowners with limited yard space
Who should skip it
- Busy homeowners unable to provide consistent early care
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate landscape impact
- Gardeners without ideal soil or sheltered planting sites
Performance breakdown
Year-round visual interest
Exfoliating bark and vibrant autumn foliage provide constant landscape appeal.
Bloom aesthetic
Elegant white blossoms offer a sophisticated, high-impact midsummer display.
Hardiness range
Limited to zones 5-7, requiring specific climate conditions for optimal growth.
Growth potential
Reaches a substantial mature height, serving as a perfect focal point.
Maintenance ease
Thrives with basic care but demands consistent moisture and well-drained soil.
Shipping readiness
Expertly timed delivery ensures the tree arrives ready for spring planting.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
5-7S/W
Mature Height
20-40 feet
Spacing
35 feet
Blooms In
June-July
Ships as
ONE GALLON POT
Fertilizer
10-10-10 granular, applied once in early spring
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Requirement
High
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Root Form
Container Grown
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