Woody, perennial with flowers in dense, upright, terminal, tassel-like, white spikes in the summer. Forms small, elongate capsules that persist until late March. Reliable red fall color. Prefers swamps and/or wet coastal areas with soils that have a pH of 5.0 – 7.0.
- Wetland Indicator Status: FACW (Facultative Wetland)
- Height Range: 6 – 12 ft.
- Aerial Spread: 6 – 12 ft.
- Water Tolerance: Regular or seasonal inundation
- Light: Full sun to partial shade/sun to full shade
- Bloom color: White
- Drought tolerance: High
- Bloom period: June through July
- Wildlife Value: Provides shelter
