Photo of Halesia diptera var. magniflora flower by Karl Gercens III

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Halesia diptera var. magniflora

Also Known As

  • Two Winged Silver Bell

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 20'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Halesia diptera var. magniflora plant details

Halesia diptera var. magniflora is a broadleaf deciduous tree with chartreuse foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halesia diptera var. magniflora

Plant type: tree
Plant family: styracaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
Mature size: 0 - 20 FT - wide, 0 - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halesia diptera var. magniflora

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A heavy flowering small, rounded tree. The yellowish green leaves on this species are wider with tiny serration of the margin. In May, the large, white bell shaped flowers occur in long drooping bunches, even after a harsh winter.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Halesia diptera var. magniflora plant

How to Grow Halesia diptera var. magniflora

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-40'

Width: 20'-30'

  • sun
  • regular
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aka Halesia carolina, Carolina Silverbell, Snowdrop Tree

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 25'-40'

Width: 25'-30'

  • sun
  • regular
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aka Halesia monticola, Silver Bell

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-9a

Size

Height: 80'-90'

Width: 40'

  • sun - shade
  • regular
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-9a

Size

Height: 20'-40'

Width: 20'

  • sun - shade
  • regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 20'

Width: 10'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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