Buttonbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis
$14.00
Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) is a versatile and beautiful flowering shrub native to North America. Buttonbush features glossy, dark green leaves that turn a vibrant yellow in fall. It boasts clusters of fragrant, white, button-shaped flowers in summer, attracting butterflies and pollinators.
Buttonbush thrives in wet soils and tolerates flooding, making it ideal for rain gardens, ponds, and stream banks. Its swollen base and root system also help with erosion control in these areas. It provides valuable food and shelter for various wildlife species, including birds, butterflies, and bees. Birds consume the seeds, while the leaves provide sustenance for caterpillars of some moth species.
Once established, Buttonbush requires minimal care and is resistant to pests and diseases. Overall, Buttonbush is a valuable addition to landscapes, offering beauty, ecological benefits, and adaptability to various conditions.
| Scientific Name: | Cephalanthus occidentalis |
| Zones: | 4-10 |
| Lighting: | Sun to part shade |
| Moisture: | Moist to wet |
| pH: | 5-7 |
| Growth Rate: | 13-24" per year |
| Mature Height: | 8-15' |
| Mature Width: | 8-15' |
| Spacing: | plant 2-3' apart |
| Native: | AL, AR, AZ, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, KS, KY, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, OH, OK, NC, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV |
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