Fiber Optics® Button Bush will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selection of a native North American species.
Details
Botanical Name
Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Bailoptics'
Common Name
Fiber Optics® Button Bush
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
5 Feet
Max Spread
5 Feet
Plant Form
- Round
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Copper
Flower Colour
- Cream
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Early To Late Summer
Moisture
Moist To Wet
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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