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American Snowbell

Styrax Americanus

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Overview

The American Snowbell (Styrax americanus) is a charming, small deciduous shrub, growing to a mature height of 6-9 ft with a similar spread. Its delicate, bell-shaped white flowers bloom profusely in late spring, dangling beneath finely textured leaves. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, this low-maintenance native prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It provides an understated elegance and attracts pollinators, enhancing any woodland garden or naturalized setting.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–9

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.
Mature width
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Family
Styracaceae

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American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — The American Snowbell (Styrax americanus) is a charming
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — growing to a mature height of 6-9 ft with a similar spread
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — bell-shaped white flowers bloom profusely in late spring
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — dangling beneath finely textured leaves
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, this low-maintenance native prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — It provides an understated elegance and attracts pollinators
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — enhancing any woodland garden or naturalized setting
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — scientifically known as Styrax americanus
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — is an enchanting deciduous shrub
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — native to the southeastern United States
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — It typically reaches a modest height of 6 to 9 feet with a similar spread
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — yet visually appealing understory plant.<br><br>Noted for its profusion of dainty
American Snowbell (Styrax Americanus) — each about 1/2 inch in diameter

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