Arkansas Tree Database

Two-winged Silverbell, Snowdrop

Scientific name:

Halesia Diptera

Size:

20'-30' tall

Leaves:

alternate, simple, 3"-5" long, toothed

Flowers:

white 3/4" bell-shaped, dangling in clusters of 2-6

Fruit:

oblong tan capsule with 2 wings (if 4-winged, then 2 broad and 2 narrow)

Fall Interest:

yellow; deciduous

Culture:

partial shade; rich, well-drained, acidic soil

Disease/Insect:

Use:

patio tree, woodland understory tree, shrub border

Cultivars:

var. magniflora has profuse 1 1/3" flowers

Notes:

native to Arkansas

Resources:

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