What is Carolina Silverbell?
Carolina Silverbell is a small and medium deciduous tree with distinctive bell -shaped flowers. Its scientific name has recently been changed from Halesia Carolina to Halesia tetraptera , although the names are still used interchangeably. Other common names for the tree are "four winged Silverbell" and just "Silverbell". The river basin from the southeast US and flourishes mainly in forest areas with warm, mild climate. Karolína Silverbell grows in a relatively wide area in the wild and requires that suitable conditions and environments prosper in cultivation. There is also a large form that grows exclusively in the Appalachian Mountains and reaches a height of 100 feet (30.5 m), called Mountain Silverbell. The tree usually has a full, bushy appearance with abundant leaves and low branches. Ton leaves have an oval shape, with smooth texture and green color, with yellow color in autumn.
flowers are in the shape of a bell, which givesCarolina Silverbell his name. They bloom in April or early May and are usually white or light pink. The flowers are approximately 3/4 inches (1.9 cm) long and hang from branches in small clusters, bloom throughout the branches rather than at the ends. After flowering, the flowers are receded with a small four -class fruit called drupes that contain seeds. Drupes are not acting, but sometimes they eat squirrels.
The native region of Carolina Silverbell is the southeast US. It tends to grow near water sources, such as streams and rivers and on the wet mountains in wooded areas. The climate of areas where Carolina Silverbell grows is mild, with a tendency to mild winter and the precipitation evenly extends over the year.
It is possible to grow Carolina Silverbell in cultivation, but it is necessary to ensure that the right conditions are ensured. It is not possible to withstand dry or extreme cold conditions. It must be planted in a soil that drains well and maintains damp with frequent watering; The mulch layer can help maintain moisture in the soil. MeOne hundred with a bright indirect sunlight is ideal for supporting abundant flowering, although the tree will also be well held in shady places, making it a versatile choice for outdoor landscaping.