Description
Best grown in acidic, organically rich, medium to wet soils with reasonable soil drainage in full sun to part shade. Performs well in moist sandy loams. Prune as needed in winter to shape. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
$350.00
In the wild, American snowbell is found from Virginia south to Florida and east to Texas occurring mainly in damp to swampy spots. In the garden, it is easy to grow in most spots, tolerating heavy clay or sandy soils. It prefers regular summer moisture but is quite tolerant once established and may be a good candidate for rain gardens. The selection ‘Baby Blue’ is difficult to find in the trade. Spring foliage and new growth through the season is colored silvery-blue. The color is especially nice lighting up a slightly shaded spot in the garden.
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Best grown in acidic, organically rich, medium to wet soils with reasonable soil drainage in full sun to part shade. Performs well in moist sandy loams. Prune as needed in winter to shape. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Common Name | Baby Blue American Snowbell |
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Botanical Name | Styrax americanus 'Baby Blue' |
Container/Amount | 100 gallon |
Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
Hardiness Zone | 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
Growth Rate | Average |
Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun |
Height | 10 to 15 ft. |
Width | 10-15' |
Soil Condition | Average to Wet Soils |
Water Needs | Average |
Blooming Period | late spring/early summer |
Flower Color | white |
Fragrance | Yes |
Foliage Color | Blue-green new growth aging to green |
Deer Resistant | No |