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SWAN SONG™ JAPANESE SNOWBELL
Styrax x 'ORSTSTYx1'
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Root Pouch 5 gallon
(SKU: 20099)
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Grown in Root Pouch®.
List Price $185.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 5-9 · Mature Height: 8-12 Feet · Mature Spread: 4-6 Feet
Step into a scene of refined drama with Swan Song™ Japanese Snowbell, a dark‑leaved tree that enchants from root to tip. Its gracefully weeping silhouette flows downward like a poetic curtain, while its leaves gleam a deep purple for most of the season. In late spring, this beauty dresses itself in soft pink, bell‑shaped blossoms that release a delicate, honeyed fragrance—a sensory whisper in any garden.
This cultivar is a refined twist on the classic Japanese Snowbell species, marrying architectural form with ornamental color. It holds its leaf pigment well, giving you months of moody foliage before the floral show. Even in winter, its form remains a sculpture—the branches become more visible, adding structure to your landscape when most trees lie bare. Compared to the straight species, Swan Song™ Japanese Snowbell is more compact and more ornamental, designed for smaller sites that demand drama without bulk.
Use it as a focal point in a border, beside patios or walkways, or in mixed beds where its purple foliage contrasts with lighter greens. Plant it where passersby will catch its fragrant bells or beneath it to enjoy its blossoms from below. Whether framed against a wall, paired with lighter shrubs, or spotlighted at dusk, Swan Song™ Japanese Snowbell commands attention in the most understated way.
Family: Styracaceae · Common Name: Snowbell
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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SWAN SONG™ JAPANESE SNOWBELL Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Proven Winners® Color Choice® |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Flower Type*
| • | Fragrant |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Tree |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Prefers Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Summer Flowering |
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SWAN SONG™ JAPANESE SNOWBELL Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained loam or sandy loam.
- Enrich the root zone with compost or aged organic matter.
- Avoid heavy clay unless improved with drainage material.
- Sun Exposure:
- Best in full sun to part shade.
- In hotter climates, provide afternoon shade to protect foliage.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Keep consistently moist, especially during establishment.
- Water deeply but infrequently once established.
- Mulch 2–3" around the base (avoid touching the trunk) to conserve moisture.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- In early spring, apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
- Mid-season, side dress with compost or organic mulch.
- Avoid over-fertilization — too much nitrogen may favor foliage over blooms.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Prune lightly in late winter or early spring before new growth.
- Remove dead, crossing, or weak branches.
- Can be shaped gently, but avoid heavy pruning of weeping limbs.
- Monitor for pests like scale or leaf spot; remove any suckers from rootstock.
Interesting Notes About SWAN SONG™ JAPANESE SNOWBELL
- Dark Drama in a Blossom: Swan Song™ stands out among snowbells for its deep purple foliage—a rare trait in the Styrax genus, giving it a dramatic, almost theatrical presence.
- Pink Bells that Whisper: Its flowers aren't white like many snowbells — they're soft pink and lightly fragrant, lending an air of subtle romance to your spring garden.
- Bred for Elegance: Developed by Ryan Contreras at Oregon State University under the Proven Winners program, Swan Song is a newer cultivar engineered for compact form and rich foliage contrast.
- Sculpture in Winter: Even when leafless, its pendulous branches remain visually striking — lines that echo sculpture in the garden's bare months.
- Gentle but Particular: While Styrax japonicus is native to East Asia (China, Korea, Japan), Swan Song inherits both its beauty and its preferences—it thrives in moist, slightly acidic soils and can be fussy if soils are dry or overly alkaline.
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