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Halesia tetraptera
Common Name: Carolina Silverbell
Halesia tetraptera, commonly known as Mountain Silverbell, is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its elegant form and abundant spring flowers. Oval green leaves emerge in spring, followed by profuse, bell-shaped white flowers in mid-spring that hang beneath the branches, creating a soft, cascading display, and foliage turns yellow in fall. Its refined habit and woodland character make it an excellent understory or specimen tree. 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 Abundant white bell-shaped flowers in spring Graceful, woodland-style form Excellent specimen or understory tree Suitable for naturalized or woodland plantings Care Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Performs best with protection from hot afternoon sun. Mulch to maintain moisture and cool roots. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree |
| Width: | 20-30' |
| Height: | 30-40' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring, Spring |
| Bark Type: | Fissured |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Rounded, Upright |
| Soil Type | Loamy, Well Drained, Acidic |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Dark Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |
| Est. 10-Yr Width: | 12-18' |
| Est. 10-Yr Height: | 8-12' |