How to Grow and Care for chinese parasol storax

Chinese parasol storax requires a lot of attention, making it difficult to care for. Key care points include ensuring the plant gets partial shade to avoid leaf burn and maintaining a well-drained, slightly acidic soil for optimal growth. Watering should be done consistently but avoid waterlogging. With its demanding care routine focusing on environment and watering, chinese parasol storax may pose a challenge for novice gardeners.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing chinese parasol storax

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	5.5-7
Hardiness Zones	7-8

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Types of chinese parasol storax

Chinese parasol

Chinese parasol (Melliodendron xylocarpum) is a deciduous tree that can grow from 9 to 15 m tall, with a square-shaped canopy. It blooms in spring with clusters of blushing white bell-shaped flowers. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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