The shiny dark green foliage is a perfect foil for the large white camellia-like flowers from August through October. In autumn, the foliage turns to shades of red and maroon. Forms a handsome small specimen that deserves a place of prominence in the garden. Requires a moist, acidic, well-drained soil supplied with plenty of organic matter in full sun or light shade. Southeastern native that has not been found in the wild since 1790.
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FRANKLINIA alatamaha – Franklinia or Franklin Tree
FRANKLINIA alatamaha: The shiny dark green foliage is a perfect foil for the large white camellia-like flowers from August through October. In autumn, the foliage turns to shades of red and maroon. Forms a handsome small specimen that deserves a place of prominence in the garden. Requires a moist, acidic, well-drained soil supplied with plenty of organic matter in full sun or light shade. Southeastern native that has not been found in the wild since 1790.
Height: 15-20′ Spread: 10-15′ Zone: 5
Part Shade / Full Sun