Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Keystone'

Also Known As

Button Willow
Buttonbush
Honey Bells
Honeyball
Keystone Buttonbush

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Keystone' plant details

Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Keystone' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Keystone'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Keystone'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
Resistant to: deer

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Native deciduous small tree or bush. The white flower clusters, shaped like round pincushions, are most distinctive. The fragrant, honey-like blooms are visited by butterflies, bees and other insects and HUMMINGBIRDS! The seeds are important wildlife food, especially for ducks, and the dense, impenetrable thickets provide nesting and escape cover for many wetland birds. More useful than beautiful, it is nonetheless a worthy plant to consider in a wetland setting for birds and bees if not for the local Garden Club members.