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Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells'

Also Known As

  • Halesia tetraptera 'Wedding Bells'
  • Silver Bell

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells' plant details

Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: styracaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 10 FT - wide, 0 - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: dwarf, fragrant, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Larger more numerous white bells that are more fully open plus its smaller (to only 20?, rather than 20-40?) rounded habit make this lovely tree/shrub perfect anywhere; selected by Dr Mark Brand. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells' plant

How to Grow Halesia tetraptera 'UConn Wedding Bells'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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