Shortia galacifolia

Oconee Bells

Family: Diapensiaceae Diapensia


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Full shade
Bloom color Pink, white
Bloom time Early Spring to Late Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Container, ground cover, rock garden, woodland garden
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic
Soil type Loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, native to North America, naturalizing