Bundle of 5 1'-2' Buttonbush seedlings
This is a preorder and the seedlings are expected to arrive at NRICD by the date of the seedling sale on April 20, 2024. If an unforeseen weather or shipping event prevents your order from being fulfilled, you will receive a full refund.
You can pickup your order at The Good Earth Organic Farm: 1800 Scituate Avenue, Hope, RI from 10:00-12:00 on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Latin: Cephalanthus occidentalis
Zones: 5-10
Other common names: common buttonbush, buttonwillow, globe-flower, honey balls
Mature Height: 3-12 ft They are shrubs or small trees growing to 3′ to 6′ tall in the northern part of its range, but to 10′ to 12′ tall in the southern part of its range.
Soil / Climate: Likes swampy areas, but will grow on dryer ground. Is native throughout the eastern half of North America. It is also found from Texas through parts of New Mexico, Arizona and California.
Notes: Leaves grow opposite or whorled in threes or fours around stem. Autumn color is dull yellow or green. Requires periodic rejuventation pruning, relatively pest free.
Wildlife: Seed is eated by the mallard, wood duck, and many others. The nectar is eaten by the hummingbird.
Additional information on Cephalanthus occidentalis can be found on the link: USDA / NRCS PLANTS Database.
Also known as Button Willow or Honey Bells. Mature height 5 to 12 feet; spread of 5 to 8 feet. Fragrant, creamy white flowers in July and August that look like powder puffs. Nutlet type fruits follow, hang on well into winter. Leaves are bright, glossy green, 3 to 6 inches long. Native to eastern United States. Definitely a wetland shrub. Thrives in wet, swampy conditions, low-lying areas, around bogs and ponds.
Zone: 5-11
Height: 5-12 Feet
Spread: 5-8 Feet