{"product_id":"cephalanthus-occidentalis-magical-moonlight","title":"Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Magical Moonlight'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCephalanthus occidentalis 'Magical Moonlight'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique selection of buttonbush featuring creamy white spherical flower clusters that appear like glowing ornaments against its lush green foliage in early to midsummer. This native shrub brings architectural interest to moist landscapes while providing valuable habitat and nectar for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 - 6 ft x 4 - 5 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist to wet rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is a selection of \u003cem\u003eCephalanthus occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e, a shrub native to wetlands, stream edges, and moist woodlands throughout much of North America. 'Magical Moonlight' maintains the ecological benefits of the native species while offering improved ornamental qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts a variety of butterflies including Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which visit the rounded flower clusters for nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports native bees, bumblebees, and honeybees which gather nectar and pollen from the dense clusters of small flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides seasonal habitat and fall seed sources for songbirds which use the shrub for food and cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 4 - 5 ft apart to allow its rounded branching structure and mature form to develop naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for rain gardens, pond edges, wildlife plantings, and moist borders where its unique flowers and native character can be appreciated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIris versicolor (Blue Flag Iris)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds upright foliage and colorful blooms that complement buttonbush in moist garden settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias incarnata (Swamp Milkweed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides additional pollinator value while thriving in similar wet soil conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum (Switchgrass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings vertical structure and seasonal movement around the rounded form of buttonbush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex stricta (Tussock Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a naturalistic texture and helps fill moist areas around the shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds summer color and attracts additional pollinators in sunny native plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46790680281249,"sku":"CEPHALANTHUS OCCIDENTALIS MAGICAL MOONLIGHT","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/cephalanthus-occidentalis-magical-moonlight","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}