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Halesia tetraptera

Common Name: Carolina Silverbell

Halesia tetraptera, commonly known as Mountain Silverbell, is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its elegant form and abundant spring flowers. Oval green leaves emerge in spring, followed by profuse, bell-shaped white flowers in mid-spring that hang beneath the branches, creating a soft, cascading display, and foliage turns yellow in fall. Its refined habit and woodland character make it an excellent understory or specimen tree.

Type: Deciduous tree

Mature Size:
Width: 20–30 ft
Height: 30–40 ft
(10-year size: approx. 12–18 ft tall × 8–12 ft wide)

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Upright to rounded, often multi-stemmed
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering with some sun)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils; prefers rich organic matter
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees (flowers)

Features & Landscape Uses

Abundant white bell-shaped flowers in spring

Graceful, woodland-style form

Excellent specimen or understory tree

Suitable for naturalized or woodland plantings

Care
Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Performs best with protection from hot afternoon sun. Mulch to maintain moisture and cool roots. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.

Plant Type:	Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree
Width:	20-30'
Height:	30-40'
Fragrant:	Not verified
Fruit:	Yes
Growth Rate	Moderate
Zone:	5–8
Deer Resistant:	Not verified
Salt Tolerant:	Not verified
Drought Tolerant:	No
Attract:	Butterflies
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time:	Late Spring, Spring
Bark Type:	Fissured
Landscape/Use:	Specimen, Accent Plant
Shape:	Rounded, Upright
Soil Type	Loamy, Well Drained, Acidic
Flower Color:	White
Leaf Color:	Dark Green
Fall Color:	Yellow
Est. 10-Yr Width:	12-18'
Est. 10-Yr Height:	8-12'