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Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola

Also Known As

  • Halesia monticola
  • Silver Bell

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 80'-90'
  • W: 40'

planting zones

  • 6a-9a

Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola plant details

Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola

Plant type: tree
Plant family: styracaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 40 FT - wide, 80 FT - 90 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: distinctive bark, fragrant, shade tree, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola

USDA Zones: 6a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Loveliest of them all is the Mtn. Silverbell,...distinct in its larger flowers and leaves...enchanting flowers swing in the chill spring airs,...80-90' above the forest floor...a rare and noble hardwood? (Peattie). S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola plant

How to Grow Halesia tetraptera ssp. monticola

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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