Styrax Marley's Pink Japanese Snowbell
Best ornamental tree for small gardens and patio container displays.
Introduce an exotic specimen to your landscape with the reliable Marley's Pink® Japanese Snowbell. This tree grows 8 to 10 feet tall, featuring branches that trail downward for an elegant, flowing look. It produces blushing pink petals set against showy red calyces, accompanied by a sweet, cotton-candy fragrance. The oversized, glossy foliage turns a bright lemon-yellow in the fall, ensuring all-season interest. Growing at a medium rate, this long-lived tree thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers a sheltered spot with part shade. Its incomparable bloom show makes it ideal for specimen plantings or compact enough for patio containers.
$80.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
512
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#512 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
SKU
27746
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, fragrant spring floral displays
- Landscapers prioritizing winter architectural structure and visual interest
- Busy homeowners wanting a reliable, low-maintenance ornamental tree
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, large-scale landscape impact
- Gardeners with dry, alkaline soil or exposed, windy sites
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for easily accessible, affordable nursery stock
Performance breakdown
Ornamental Impact
Cascading pink blooms and vibrant fall foliage create a stunning focal point.
Fragrance Profile
Sweet, cotton-candy notes provide a delightful sensory experience during late spring.
Spatial Versatility
Compact footprint fits perfectly in patio containers or smaller garden beds.
Maintenance Ease
Strong disease resistance minimizes the need for intensive chemical interventions.
Growth Habit
Elegant weeping structure offers a sophisticated, architectural silhouette for any landscape.
Hardiness Reliability
Dependable performance across zones five through eight ensures long-term garden success.
Key Specs
SKU
27746
Variety
'JLWeeping'
Mature Height
10 Feet
Mature Width
5 Feet
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Bloom Period
Late Spring to Early Summer
Item Form
Trade Gallon (3qt)
Life Span
40 years or more
Features
- Features a reliable weeping habit that displays pendulous pink blooms effectively.
- Produces a sweet, cotton-candy-like fragrance when blooming.
- Foliage is wider and longer than other snowbells with a glossy sheen.
- Offers excellent resistance to common pests and diseases.
- Compact size makes it suitable for patio containers.
- Provides strong ornamental value through flowers, foliage color, and fragrance.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Styrax upon arrival, noting the careful packaging and robust health of the young trees. The primary delight centers on the unique aesthetic design: the rare pink bell shaped flowers are highly anticipated and reliably delivered, transforming the garden space. While establishment requires patience, buyers feel the premium price is justified by the plant's vigor and the stunning, unusual blooms, confirming strong value for this specialty cultivar.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this tree typically reaches a height of 8 to 10 feet with a width of about 5 feet. Its compact, weeping habit makes it a manageable choice for smaller garden spaces or large patio containers.
No, this variety actually prefers a sheltered spot with partial shade. While it needs some light to thrive, protecting it from harsh afternoon sun will help maintain the health of its glossy foliage.
Yes, its compact size and slow-to-medium growth rate make it well-suited for large containers. Ensure your pot has excellent drainage and is large enough to accommodate the root system as the tree matures.
Marley's Pink thrives in moist, well-drained soil. It is important to avoid sites where water pools, as consistent moisture is key without allowing the roots to become waterlogged.
You can look forward to the fragrant, pink blooms from late spring through early summer. The tree is known for its impressive, pendulous display during this window.
This variety is hardy in zones 5 through 8. If you live in the colder end of that range, providing a sheltered location out of the path of strong winter winds will help protect the tree.
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