Huodendron tibeticum (syn Styrax tibeticum) native Large shrub or small tree

Large shrub or small tree

Contrast with light green or gold foliage plants for a striking effect

supple leaves with a furry surface ("ciliata") surround short red stalks with clusters of soft pink flowers

shiny leaves edged in white

Long-blooming

Huodendron tibeticum (syn Styrax tibeticum) native Large shrub or small treeA rare offering from China: emerging pink bronze lanceolate leaves turn darker green to form the backdrop for clusters of springtime white flowers beginning as pearly buds that then open into recurved petals and pronounced stamens. Large shrub or small tree you decide. With maturity, its deep red bark exfoliates to reveal a smooth and contrasting cream inner layer of bark. Evergreen, Mature size: 15 30' T Minimum temperature: 10 F