Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
The tall stewartia, Stewartia monadelpha, is a beautiful deciduous tree that makes a handsome addition to the garden. Specimens are often multi-stemmed, which perfectly showcases its peeling, rust-coloured bark. Better still, in early summer white, camellia-like flowers emerge and are soon covered with bees. In autumn the leaves turn a spectacular shade of red before falling.
For best results, grow Stewartia monadelpha in full sun or partial shade in moist, humus-rich and well-drained soil.
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Stewartia ‘monadelpha’ and wildlife
Stewartia ‘monadelpha’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Stewartia ‘monadelpha’ poisonous?
Stewartia ‘monadelpha’ has no toxic effects reported.
