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  Two-winged Silverbell (Snowdrop Tree)  
Common Name: Two-winged Silverbell (Snowdrop Tree)
Latin Name: Halesia diptera
Tree Size: Small
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Water Needs: Moist
Tolerances: Partial to heavy shade, poorly drained sites
Attributes: Texas native, showy or fragrant flower, attractive seeds or fruit
Features: Pendant, white, bell-shaped flowers in spring; yellow fall color; peeling bark.
Comments: Makes a nice patio specimen
Problems: Requires fertile, moist soil.
Firewise: Yes
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