Silver Bell,Snowdrop Tree. A conical tree with mid-green leaves turning yellow in autumn. Clusters of pendent bell-shaped white flowers, tinged pink, just before the leaves. Followed by four winged green fruit. Max Height 12m. Max Spread 8m. Flowers April to May. Fruits June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Halesia monticola var. vestita
A conical tree with mid-green leaves turning yellow in autumn. Clusters of pendent bell-shaped white flowers, tinged pink, just before the leaves. Followed by four winged green fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Halesia |
|---|---|
| Species | monticola |
| Varietry | var. vestita |
| Common Name | Silver Bell, Snowdrop Tree |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 12m |
| Family | Styracaceae |
| Spread | 8m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Broadly conical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | green |
| Fruits When | June |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
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