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Berzelia lanuginosa

Also Known As

Buttonbush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Berzelia lanuginosa plant details

Berzelia lanuginosa is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer and winter cream flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berzelia lanuginosa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: bruniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer and winter
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berzelia lanuginosa

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of those great, unusual looking African shrubs that thrive in our Mediterranean climate & yet are rarely seen in gardens. 4’ to 5’ tall, this easy & robust, slender, upright shrub is graced with soft, lime-green, thread like leaves, densely held on branches that move with the wind. The large flower heads consist of cream colored buttons & are very popular in South Africa in cut flower arrangements. “Buttonbush” likes sun, well drained soil & regular water.