Styracaceae (Storax) Family. Native range—South Eastern North America. A beautiful flowering tree, with showy bell shaped white blooms in early Spring. Dangling like raindrop gems, you’ll look forward to their blooming season year after year. Prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil, partial shade is also okay. Can grow 20-30 feet tall.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS
For best results, sow seeds outdoors from late Summer to early Fall, seeds should germinate in Spring. Sow in containers, well-draining soil, mulched and in partial shade. If sowing indoors…
SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds in water for 48 hours. Replace water after 24 hours. Mix seeds with a moistened grow medium 4x seed volume. Place in a plastic bag, covered tray/cells or container.
STRATIFICATION: 90 days warm/moist (13-15°C), a spot out of direct light is good. Monitor for mold. Next, 90 days cold/moist (5°C), in your fridge is a good spot of this. Inspect periodically for even moisture and germination.
POST-STRATIFICATION: Sow stratified seeds 3/4”-1” deep. Alternating soil temperatures during the day (30°C) and night (20°C) can aid germination. Water evenly and regularly.
GERMINATION: Germination can be erratic. When previously mentioned requirements are fulfilled, germination generally occurs in 90-120 days.
