Cephalanthus occidentalis - Button Bush (Plant) Size:1G ID Natural Habitat Moist banks

ID Natural Habitat Moist banks

Hurd' manzanita

Bark turns dark red and large showy flower clusters bloom in late spring and early summer

so best in afternoon shade in those locations

This dwarf selection of blue-eyed grass is about 6 inches tall and has unusually large--1 1/2 inch wide--purple flowers in spring

Cephalanthus occidentalis - Button Bush (Plant) Size:1G ID Natural Habitat Moist banksKnown as button bush for its globe shaped flowers, it has beautiful yellow and orange fall foliage. It requires regular water. Tolerates heat and alkaline soil and thrives in clay. Caution: bark and leaves are toxic. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rubiaceae Species Name Cephalanthus occidentalis Common Name Button Bush Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Clay, slow draining Flower Color White, Cream