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Halesia carolina Jersey Belle
Common Name: Jersey Belle Silverbell
Halesia carolina ‘Jersey Belle’ is an improved selection of Carolina Silverbell valued for its heavy flowering and attractive, refined form. Oval green leaves emerge in spring, followed by abundant, bell-shaped white flowers that hang beneath the branches in mid-spring, creating a striking display, and foliage turns soft yellow in fall. Its graceful habit and woodland character make it an excellent specimen for naturalistic landscapes. Type: Deciduous tree Mature Size: Width: 20–30 ft Height: 30–40 ft (10-year size: approx. 12–18 ft tall × 8–12 ft wide) USDA Zones: 4a–8b Form: Upright to rounded, often multi-stemmed Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering with some sun) Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils; prefers rich organic matter Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Wildlife: Attracts bees (flowers) Features & Landscape Uses Heavy display of white bell-shaped flowers Graceful, woodland-style form Excellent specimen or understory tree Suitable for naturalized or woodland plantings Care Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil with consistent moisture. Performs best with some protection from hot afternoon sun. Mulch to maintain soil moisture and root health. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.
| Plant Type: | Flowering Ornamental Tree |
| Width: | 20-30' |
| Height: | 30-40' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 4 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Mid Spring |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Rounded, Upright |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |
| Est. 10-Yr Width: | 12-18' |
| Est. 10-Yr Height: | 8-12' |
