Estimated Height at Pickup: 2-3’, 3 gal

An unusual small understory tree with distinctive drooping white flowers and rattle-like seed pods! Does not tolerate full sun and prefers moist, rich soils. A unique plant perfect for naturalizing moist areas!

Pollination: 2+ individuals needed.

Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic

Soil Type: Adaptable 

Height: 8’-15’

Width: 10’-20’ 

Bloom Color: White

Bloom Time: Apr-May

Fruit: Hard seeds that resemble popcorn kernels inside a thin walled, air filled seed pod.

Fall Color: Yellow, Orange

Root Type: Branching

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Limited data available. Flowers attract bees and flies. Hosts at least one plant bug. Sparsely browsed by deer.

Notes: Produces runners, but does so slowly.