Snowcone Japanese Snowdrop Tree

Snowcone Japanese Snowdrop Tree

15 Gallon
$189.00
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Snowcone Japanese Snowdrop Tree

Styrax japonicus ‘Snoncone®‘

Elegant Late-Spring White Bell Flowers • Graceful Layered & Weeping Form • Perfect Small Garden Specimen

$189.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Snowcone Japanese Snowdrop Tree is an exquisite late-spring bloomer, valued for its graceful, layered form and spectacular floral display. When in bloom, its gently weeping branches are elegantly draped with clusters of pure white, bell-shaped flowers, creating the effect of a gentle snowfall. This slow-growing, small tree is a perfect, refined choice for a shaded patio or as a focal point in a woodland-inspired garden.

  • Produces a breathtaking display of hanging clusters of fragrant, pure white, bell-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer, after most other spring trees have finished blooming.

  • Grows with a naturally beautiful, broad pyramidal to rounded habit with layered, slightly weeping branches, creating a graceful, architectural silhouette year-round.

  • Features attractive, glossy green foliage that turns a pleasant yellow in fall, adding a second season of interest.

  • Grows slowly to a manageable size, making it an ideal specimen tree for smaller gardens, courtyards, or shaded borders where space is limited.

  • Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter and appreciates protection from hot afternoon sun in warmer inland areas.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Oval leaves (2-3") with delicate veins, bright green turning golden yellow in fall.Flowers: Clusters of pure white bell-shaped blooms with subtle honey fragrance.Habit: Graceful tiered branching with weeping tips.Bark: Smooth gray-brown with orange lenticels
  • Mature Size:Height: 20-30 ft.Width: 20-30 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
  • Key Advantages:Prolific spring flowering.Elegant four-season form.Pest and disease resistant.Adaptable to urban conditions
  • Landscape Uses:Premium patio tree.Asian-inspired gardens.Moonlight garden focal point.Courtyard specimen
FAQs

Q: What are its ideal light conditions in the Bay Area?
A: It performs best in part shade (morning sun with afternoon shade) or dappled sunlight, especially in hotter inland valleys. In cooler coastal zones, it can tolerate more sun if the soil is kept consistently moist. Full, hot afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.

Q: Does it require special soil?
A: It prefers acidic to neutral, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter (like compost). Amending native clay soil with ample compost and planting on a slight mound will greatly improve its health and growth in the Bay Area.

Q: Is it related to the common snowdrop flower?
A: No, it is not related. The common snowdrop is a small bulb (Galanthus). This is a tree (Styrax japonicus), and the name "snowdrop" refers to the appearance of its hanging white flower clusters.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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