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Conocarpus erectus var. sericeus - Silver Buttonwood

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Conocarpus erectus var. sericeus is a rare gem in the world of landscaping, better known as the Silver Buttonwood. This charismatic and robust evergreen emanates a coastal allure, making a striking impression with its gleaming, silvery-green, oblong to ovate leaves. This unique foliage offers a refreshing contrast to the more common hues in your garden, standing tall at an impressive height and width of up to 20-30 feet. Offering a subtle elegance, the Silver Buttonwood blooms with small, clustered greenish flowers that complement its dazzling foliage. Its flexible nature can acclimate well to both dry and moist soil conditions and bask joyfully under full sun to partial shade. This resiliency doesn't stop there - it's a tree endowed with a superior tolerance to high winds, drought, and salt, making it the ideal choice for those residing in coastal or windy regions. This splendid tree strikes an admirable balance between visual appeal and practicality, punctuated by its eye-catching grey-brown bark and button-shaped seeds that have gifted it its common name. The Silver Buttonwood doesn’t merely decorate your landscape; it transforms it into an elegant oasis of tranquility.

  • Size: Up to 20-30 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small, inconspicuous, clustered greenish flowers
  • Foliage: Silvery-gray, ovate to oblong leaves
  • Water usage: Adaptable to both dry and moist conditions
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Tolerance: Resilient to high winds, drought, and salt
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