Cephalanthus occidentalisShrub. Showy white flowers borne in spherical clusters draw numerous pollinators. Bees use nectar for making honey, seeds feed wildlife. Great for borders, rain gardens or as a specimen plant, even erosion control. Larval host plant for a number of species of Lepidoptera. Prune to desired shape. Grown from Kentucky-source seed.Light: Full to Part SunSoil: Average to WetHeight: 5 to 12 feetBlooms: June-SeptemberFlowers: White
Cercis canadensisIn spring Redbud is often loaded with purplish-pink blooms that support pollinators at a critical time of year. Leaves are heart-shaped and tree has graceful spreading form. Larval host plant for Henry's Elfin butterfly and several species of moth. Grown from Kentucky-source seed.Light: prefers Part SunSoil: AverageHeight: to about 30 feetBlooms: AprilFlowers: Pink
Ceanothus americanusShrub with a rounded form, fragrant flowers that attract hummingbirds and yellow-green stems in winter. Deep roots makes this plant drought-tolerant but difficult to transplant.Light: Full to Part SunSoil: Average to DryHeight: 3 to 4 feetBlooms: May to JulyFlowers: Creamy white