American Snowbell
Styrax Americanus
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 6–9Type Shrub
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 6–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–10 Ft.
- Mature width
- 6–10 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Styracaceae
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