Stewartia Monadelpha, Tall Stewartia, Bonsai Start Kusamono commonly known as the Mediterranean

commonly known as the Mediterranean Hackberry or European Nettle Tree

Native Range: Taiwan

Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a balanced shape and remove any deadwood

It makes an excellent shade tree and is wonderful in bonsai culture

Just keep after the root suckers to prevent them from overtaking the main parts of the plant

Stewartia Monadelpha, Tall Stewartia, Bonsai Start Kusamono commonly known as the MediterraneanFamily: TheaceaeZone: 5 9Native Range: JapanSoil: Moist, well drained, acidicLight: Part shade, sunHeight in The Garden: 15' 30'Attributes: Beautiful red brown, smooth bark with age. Summer flowering once mature, brilliant fall color and fine twigs. Notes: Tall Stewartia is an excellent species for bonsai culture with its beautiful bark, summertime white flowers and super fine twigs. I have seen them growing in full sun in Japan in garden, though I