American snowbell

Styrax americanus

The American snowbell (Styrax americanus) is a small deciduous tree that is native to eastern North America. It grows to a height of 10 to 20 feet and its trunk can reach a diameter of 4 to 6 inches. The slender branches have green, oval-shaped leaves that turn yellow and bronze in the fall. In late spring, it produces attractive clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers. The fragrant flowers are followed in late summer by clusters of small, blue-black fruits. The flowers and fruits attract birds and butterflies, making the American snowbell a great choice for a garden bird and butterfly habitat.