This lovely native bush is in full bloom in early July. The blooms look like the brushes for baby bottles, hence the name. But this species is native to Illinois and its full name is Bottlebrush Buckeye. It spreads out and fills the shaded area. Some branches are low to the ground.
Bottlebrush Buckeye Full View
Bottlebrush Buckeye Full View
Bottlebrush Buckeye Edge
Bottlebrush Buckeye Close Up
Bottlebrush Buckeye Close Up
Bottlebrush Buckeye from Above
Bottlebrush Buckeye Bush View
