Cephalanthus occidentalis Fiber Optics® PP29475
A native deciduous shrub with otherworldly inflorescences! Cephalanthus occidentalis Fiber Optics® is a compact selection chosen for its complete coverage of pom-pom-like, spherical flowers that appear to be enveloped in tiny, protruding fiber optic cables, hence its trade name. Known commonly as Buttonbush for these perfectly round flowers that evolve into equally perfect circular fruits, this North American native is often overlooked as a pollinator plant. Realistically, the profuse blooms provided by Fiber Optics® Buttonbush are a huge draw for hover flies, wasps, and bee species of all sorts. From mid-June to August, and sporadically into September, the intriguing inflorescences make an appearance, emerging on the terminal ends of reddish-brown branches. Cephalanthus occidentalis Fiber Optics® is a fantastic choice for consistently moist soils that occasionally experience flooding. Its preference for streambanks, pond or lake edges, and riverside environments allow for its late summer fruits to be browsed by various waterfowl.
- Category:
Woody Ornamentals
- Alternate Cultivar: 'BAILOPTICS'
- Patent: PP29475
- Hardiness Zone: 4
- Height: 5 Feet
- Spread: 5 Feet
- Bloom Color:
White