HALESIA carolina
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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
Small
£20.00 each
Large
£60.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
H. tetraptera -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Southeastern USA. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduousmid-green leaves to 16cm (6in) long turning yellow in autumn.
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White
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped 2cm (¾in) long
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BorderSuitable for the back of a large border
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub or small tree. Pendent flowers just before the leaves emerge.
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowersDelicately scented.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
10m (33ft)
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