Halesia carolina
Snowdrop Tree, Carolina Silverbell
Description
This pyramidal shrub or tree will grow anywhere from 12-50' tall and has deciduous yellow/green leaves with white flowers that bloom in the spring.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25', 25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.