Silverbell

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Silverbell

The Carolina Silverbell tree, Halesia carolina, also known as Mountain Silverbell, Snowdrop tree, and Oppossum Wood, is common and reaches its greatest size in the southern Appalachian Mountains where it is called mountain silverbell. This attractive shrub, or small tree, grows in moist soils along streams in the understory of hardwood forests. It has a moderate growth rate and lives about 100 years. Place in full sun to partial shade. This deciduous tree has soft wood and it is close-grained and a favorite wood for crafts. The white bell-shaped flowers and small size make it a desirable tree for landscaping. The seeds are eaten by squirrels and the flowers provide honey for bees. Fall color is chartreuse to yellow-brown. Silverbell trees exhibit pendulous bell-shaped white flowers in spring. ... more info

 

Arborvitae - Spring Grove The Arborvitae Spring Grove, 'Thuja plicata 'Spring Grove', a Proven Winners selection, was selected for its superior winter color and hardiness. It maintains a rich green color even in Midwest winters. The tight, pyramidal habit works nicely for landscape designs, borders, screens, and windbreaks. This plant is also very deer resistant. The Spring Grove is fast growing for an Arborvitae.

Silverbell