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This pretty shrub was covered in flowers in early June (Bonython Garden) I think it is Halesia carolina (Snowdrop tree or Carolina Silverbell), but I don’t think I have seen one before. It is so pretty. Originating from south-eastern USA it is a hardy tall shrub/small tree. The spreading branches are heavily laden with white flowers whose dainty handkerchief skirts and yellow stamens hang down like nodding bells. It usually flowers in the UK in May, so a little late this year.
Earth laughs in flowers 
I had to go back to lovely Bonython to remind myself. 🙂 🙂 Pretty little thing. Happy Monday, Jude!
Sun struggling to get out today so we may pop along to the scarecrows in a bit.
This is pretty. Does it have any scent?
I don’t think so. Not that I noticed on the day anyway.
Very pretty!
How delightful, Jude!
Unusual shrub.
Yes!
Such beautiful flowers
It looks like it could be fragrant? I would like to imagine it so, anyway. 🙂 Beautiful!
I didn’t notice any fragrance around it. I shall have to go back next May and have a good sniff!
Very pretty. Like Debra, I was wondering if the flowers had a scent.
Very pretty, I’ve never heard of it, fragrance would have made it perfect!