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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Stewartia ovataStewartia ovata

Mountain Camellia, Mountain Stewartia, Summer Dogwood

In Stock: 0.012 lb (Total:0.012lb)

Stewartia ovata

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

18,612

Quantity:

0.01 lb

Collected in:

North Carolina

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835795

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Stewartia ovata, also known as Mountain Camellia or Summer Dogwood, is an exquisite deciduous shrub or small tree, perfect for those seeking a unique addition to their garden. Native to the picturesque piedmont and mountains of the Appalachian region, this ornamental beauty can reach heights and widths of 10 to 15 feet, forming a rounded to oval silhouette. During the summer, its striking white flowers, ranging from cupped to saucer-shaped, burst into bloom, showcasing varied colored stamens. As autumn approaches, the foliage transforms into captivating shades of orange and scarlet, bringing vibrant interest to any landscape.

Belonging to the Theaceae family and related to Camellias, Stewartia ovata thrives along wooded streams and shaded ravines from Virginia to Alabama. Known for its egg-shaped leaves and orange-anthered flowers, this rare species prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, rich loamy soils. Ideal uses include accent, specimen, or understory plantings, making it a perfect choice for patios, lawns, native, or cottage gardens. Please note its sensitivity to heat and drought, requiring some protection in hotter climates.