New England Wild Flower Society

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Halesia carolina

Carolina silverbell

This understory tree can form a broad crown or grow in a shrubbier form; either way, its drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers provide unique visual interest in the spring. It grows best in rich, well-drained soil in full or partial shade.

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Height: 30-40 ft
Spread: 20-35 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Specimen
• Hedge/screening


North American Distribution


Carolina silverbell - Halesia carolina from Native Plant Trust