Halesia monticola - 80-100 CM C20

Description
From August onwards, these produce brown winged fruits that remain on for a very long time.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Halesia carolina monticola.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornamentation * attractive yellow autumn colouring

Leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Bark
Dark grey, scaly bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Carolina silverbell is conical and broad in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white, bell-shaped flowers appear in May.

fruit
The brown fruits of Halesia monticola are particularly decorative. These appear from August. Very long-lasting.

Use
Ornamental shrub

Root
Halesia monticola is a deep-rooting plant and forms finely branched roots, depending on the soil.