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How to Grow and Care for American snowbell

American snowbell, also known as Dwarf hosta chelsea babe, Big-leaf snowbell

American snowbell is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant that thrives in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade to full sun. Special care points include ensuring consistent soil moisture without waterlogging and protecting it from strong winds. Pruning is minimal, focusing on the removal of damaged or crossing branches to maintain an attractive shape.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing American snowbell

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Planting Time	Fall
Hardiness Zones	6-8

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American snowbell is distinguished by its deciduous nature, showcasing slender, spreading branches. This species often reaches a height of 6 to 20 feet (1.8 to 6 meters) with a similar spread. Leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate with finely toothed margins, measuring approximately 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 centimeters) in length. In spring, american snowbell bears delicate, bell-shaped white flowers, about 1/2 inch (1.3 centimeters) long, followed by dry, globular fruits roughly 1/3 inch (0.85 centimeters) in diameter. Its bark is smooth and light brown.