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Halesia carolina Sunburst
Common Name: Sunburst Silverbell
Halesia carolina ‘Sunburst’ is a striking variegated form of Carolina Silverbell valued for its bright foliage and graceful spring flowers. Leaves emerge with bold yellow to chartreuse variegation in spring, mature to green with creamy-yellow highlights through summer, and may develop soft yellow tones in fall, while abundant, bell-shaped white flowers hang beneath the branches in mid-spring, creating a delicate display. Its combination of foliage interest and flowers makes it an excellent focal point in the landscape. Type: Deciduous tree Mature Size: Width: 15–25 ft Height: 20–30 ft (10-year size: approx. 10–15 ft tall × 8–12 ft wide) USDA Zones: 5a–8b Form: Upright to rounded, often multi-stemmed Light: Partial shade to full sun (best color with some protection from hot afternoon sun) Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils; prefers rich organic matter Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Wildlife: Attracts bees (flowers) Features & Landscape Uses Bright variegated foliage for season-long interest Showy white bell-shaped flowers in spring Graceful, woodland-style tree Excellent specimen for shade gardens Care Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil with organic matter. Provide protection from intense afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch. Mulch to maintain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.
| Plant Type: | Flowering Ornamental Tree |
| Width: | 15-25' |
| Height: | 20-30' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Rounded, Clump, Upright |
| Soil Type | Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | Cream |
| Leaf Color: | Green, Vanilla |