Cochlospermum vitifolium (Buttercup tree)

This plant loves full sun and moderate water during the summer growing season. Water sparingly during the dormant season of the winter months. Cochlospermum vitifolium will attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators to your garden. It is a deciduous plant, that will shed its leaves in the winter. This plant is native to South America and is found normally in USDA Zones 9-11, but can also be grown in colder regions in a pot. It can tolerate some light frost but mature plants can survive temperatures down to the 30sF for a short time. This plant is also salt tolerant, making it a great choice for seaside areas. With proper care and maintenance this plant will bring you years of joy!