Styrax obassia

Fragrant Snowbell

Fragrant snowbell (Styrax obassia) combines large leaves with hanging clusters of scented white flowers. The canopy becomes rounded as it ages; flowers may be partly concealed by foliage, rewarding a closer view.

Its structure combines upright growth and upright growth. Growth is moderate. The leaves are shed for winter. Autumn foliage can bring yellow tones.

Choose a site in full sun or partial shade. Provide acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil and maintain even moisture.

Size
• Height: 20-30 ft
• Width: 15-25 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 5a–8b

Best Uses
• Accent Plant
• Border
• Privacy Screen
• Provide Shade
• Specimen

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

20-30 ft

Width

15-25 ft

Hardiness zones

5a–8b

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring, Summer

Flower color

Cream, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Fruit color

Green

Soil

Acidic, Clay, Humus rich, Loamy, Moist well-drained, Sandy

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Privacy Screen, Provide Shade, Specimen, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Open Canopy, Oval, Pyramidal, Rounded, Upright, Vase Shaped

Bark

Exfoliating, Fissured, Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No