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GROWTH HABIT, RATE:
Pyramidal shrub, cold-hardy forms are irregular in form, slow growth rate.
ADAPTABILITY:
Moist, well-drained soils, high in organic material. Partial shade or morning
sun only.
FUNCTIONS:
Shrub border, specimen.
PROBLEMS AND MAINTENANCE:
Site carefully to prevent winter injury, cultivar selection is important in
colder zones.
NATIVE RANGE:
Japan, Korea and China
USEFUL RANGE (USDA Zones):
Zones (6)7-10
SUBSPECIES, VARIETIES, CULTIVARS:
Hybrids with C. oleifera as a parent tend to be more cold hardy. Extensive
list of cultivars in Dirr.