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Genus Halesia (Silverbell, Snowdrop tree)

Halesia carolina Photo/Illustration: Paul Moore

hah-LEE-see-ah Common Name: Silverbell, Snowdrop tree

The genus Halesia is comprised of a handful of deciduous trees and shrubs from woodlands and riverbanks of the southeastern U.S. and eastern China. They are used in the garden for their dangling, usually white, bell-shaped flowers; interesting winged fruit; and good autumn color. Grow as specimens, in a shrub border, or in a woodland garden. They generally reach 20 to 40 feet tall.
Noteworthy characteristics: Flowers, fruit, and fall color are all noteworthy.
Care: Provide a sheltered spot in fertile, humusy, moist but well-drained soil that has a neutral to acidic pH.
Propagation: Layer in spring, or take softwood cuttings in summer. Can also be started from seed sown at 57-77°F in autumn; move the containers to a cold frame after two months.
Problems: Root rot, wood rot, scale insects.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Halesia

Halesia carolina
(Carolina silverbell)

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Carolina silverbell is a handsome tree with clean green foliage and an upright spreading habit. In mid- or late spring, hundreds of silvery-white bell-shaped flowers dangle from every branch before foliage emerges. The tree also has attractive bark, unusual four-winged seedpods, and yellow fall color.