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HALESIA monticola
Commonly known as Mountain silverbell, Snowdrop tree
Larger leaves and flowers than H. carolina
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Deciduous - oval, tapered, downy, mid-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long turning yellow in autumn.
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White -
Height - 12m (39ft) -
Spread - 8m (26ft)
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Tall Shrub - vigorous shrub or small tree. Flowers before or with the leaves followed by 4-winged green fruit.
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun - shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none -
Place of origin - USA (Northern Carolina, Arkansas). -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Bell/Lantern - - bell-shaped, 3cm (1¼in) long
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Garden Location/Conditions - Suitable for small gardens - Suitable for small gardens
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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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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Tree Shape - Conical -
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Halesia Growing Guide
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