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.
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The American snowbell tree (Styrax americanus) is native to the United States. It is considered a deciduous shrub or small tree; it grows only to between 5 and 10 feet tall. The snowbell tree is named for its snow-white, bell-shaped blossoms. When this tree is in bloom, it looks like it is covered with snow.
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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 | American Snowbell |
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Botanical Name | Styrax americanus |
Container/Amount | 5 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 ft. |
Width | 10 ft. |
Soil Condition | Well-drained |
Water Needs | Average |
Blooming Period | late spring/early summer |
Flower Color | white |
Fragrance | Yes |
Foliage Color | green |
Deer Resistant | No |