Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Fiber Optics®'

Fiber Optics® Buttonbush

  • Compact Buttonbush
  • Native
  • Flood tolerant, great along streams and pond banks
  • Exceptional wildlife benefits
  • Fragrant flowers attract pollinators

First Editions

Purchase options for Fiber Optics® Buttonbush

  • Size: #3 24-30"
  • Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
  • Availability: In Stock

$66.00


Fiber Optics® is a distinct improvement over the coarser Cephalanthus occidentalis that grows twice the size of this compact selection. Native from Florida to Mexico and north to Nova Scotia and Ontario, buttonbush is quite happy in moist conditions, tolerating flooding and wet spring soil. As such it is often used in wetland restoration work, along streams and pond banks. It's also a great plant for low areas in the landscape that don't dry out until late in the season. Conversely, it grows well without excessive moisture in a trial block. With exceptional wildlife benefits, the seed is eaten by waterfowl and fragrant flowers are a source of nectar.

Attributes
Fragrant
Native
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Foliage Color
Green
Flower Color
White
Programs
First Editions
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Fall
Exposure
Full Sun
Habit
Upright
Soil Moisture
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Growing Tips for Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Fiber Optics®'

Best in moist soils. May be trimmed in early spring. Great for rain gardens!