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HALESIA
Commonly known as Silverbell, Snowdrop tree
All flower APR-MAY
Genus of 5 species of deciduous trees and shrubs found in woodland, at woodland margins and on riverbanks in eastern China and southeastern USA.
A dispute about the naming of the American species has never been resolved.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - trees and shrubs.
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Full sun - shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Good to know - - named after Stephen Hales, (1677-1761) English physiologist, chemist and inventor. Grown for their pendent, bell-shaped flowers, winged fruits and autumn colour. There is widespread dispute over the distinctiveness of these species. -
Pests & Diseases - none. -
Place of origin - eastern China, southeastern USA. -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus- rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Halesia Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of HALESIA
HALESIA carolina >
Commonly known as: Carolina silverbell, Snowdrop tree.
Clusters of 2-6 bell-shaped white flowers hang in profusion from the branches. Tough 4-winged fruit remain on tree in autumn
HALESIA monticola >
Commonly known as: Mountain silverbell, Snowdrop tree.
Larger leaves and flowers than H. carolina
