Franklinia alatamaha
FRANKLIN TREE
Theaceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous shrub

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

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Origins: USA

Other Botanical Names: Franklinia alatama, Gordonia franklinii, Gordonia pubescens

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Franklinia alatamaha
FRANKLIN TREE
Theaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: deciduous shrub

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: white & yellow

Flowering Time: late summer to early autumn

Leaves: mid green; red in autumn


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits oriental designs

Uses: informal screen, espalier, standard, bonsai, street tree, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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