Halesia tetraptera var. monticola

Mountain Silverbell

Halesia tetraptera var. monticola, commonly known as Mountain Silverbell, is a larger-growing form of silverbell valued for its stately size and abundant spring flowers. Oval green leaves emerge in spring, followed by masses of bell-shaped white flowers in mid-spring that hang beneath the branches, creating a graceful, cascading display, and foliage turns yellow in fall. Its broader canopy and woodland character make it well suited for larger landscapes.

Type: Deciduous tree

Mature Size:
Width: 30–40 ft
Height: 40–60 ft
(10-year size: approx. 15–20 ft tall × 10–15 ft wide)

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Upright to broadly 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 form for expansive landscapes



Abundant white bell-shaped flowers in spring



Graceful, woodland-style canopy



Excellent specimen or shade tree




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

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

40-60'

Width

30-40'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Acidic, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Clump, Rounded, Upright

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No