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Cephalanthus occidentalis [red]

Also Known As

  • Red Button Willow
  • Red Buttonbush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Cephalanthus occidentalis [red] plant details

Cephalanthus occidentalis [red] is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer burgundy and cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - regular water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cephalanthus occidentalis [red]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and cream blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cephalanthus occidentalis [red]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: standing water - regular
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the common button willows, native to creek sides throughout the South and West, this colony was found by Oregon's Frank Calahan. The plants are rather mounded, growing to 4-5', with nice compact leaves and round, of course, button-like flowers. Rather than the normal creamy color, these begin maroon then slowly fade. Tolerant of both drought and poor drainage. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7. Rubiaceae

Gardening facts about Cephalanthus occidentalis [red] plant

How to Grow Cephalanthus occidentalis [red]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • standing water - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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