Family
Caprifoliaceae
Description
Seven-son flower is a decidous small sun loving tree or large shrub that spread 10′ and can reach up to 20′ in height. It features dramatic exfoliating bark and in September whorled clusters of seven white flowers that fade to purple calyces.
Bloom Time
August
September
Range / Habitat
China
Type
tree
Notes
In fall the small purple red fruits also create a showy display. This native Chinese plant is extinct in the wild, but is becoming more available in the horticulture trade. The genus name means seven bells referring to the number of flowers per cluster.
