Cephalanthus occidentalis ~ Buttonbush Size:3 GALLON 0 - © Jonathan Billinger

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5-6 meters) with a spread of 15-25 feet (4

Liriodendron tulipifera

Large clusters of  orange-red buds open to fragrant striking yellow tubular flowers with orange-yellow overtones bloom in mid spring

The densely packed vibrant red-violet flowers have a spicy fragrance and bloom from early spring and can continue to bloom into fall if deadheaded

Cephalanthus occidentalis ~ Buttonbush Size:3 GALLON 0 - © Jonathan BillingerButtonbush is a native multi stemmed deciduous shrub with an open rounded habit and unusual round flower clusters resembling pincushions. The glossy bright green foliage emerges late in spring. Its clusters of tiny white flowers bloom in mid summer and mature to rounded fruits that last through winter. Prefers rich, moist to wet and well drained soils. Cephalanthus occidentalis is an excellent native replacement for butterfly bushes, and acts as a