Halesia diptera Magniflora

Big-flowered Silverbell

Halesia diptera ‘Magniflora’ is a superior selection of Two-winged Silverbell valued for its larger, more abundant flowers and refined form. Glossy green leaves emerge in spring, followed by heavy clusters of large, bell-shaped white flowers in mid to late spring that hang beneath the branches, creating a showy display, and foliage turns soft yellow in fall. Its graceful habit and enhanced flowering make it an excellent specimen for woodland and naturalistic landscapes.

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: 5a–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


Larger, showier white bell-shaped flowers



Graceful, woodland-style tree



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 conserve moisture and maintain cool roots. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

30-40'

Width

20-30'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Platy

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No