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Cephalanthus occidentalis

buttonbush

A common sight in New England wetlands, buttonbush produces fragrant, perfectly spherical flower clusters attractive to a vast range of bees and butterflies. This broad, striking plant can grow anywhere from moist soil to standing water.

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Height: 3-8 ft
Spread: 3-6 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-10


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture
Wet
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Host Plant
Tolerance
Salt Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Massing
Naturalize
Specimen
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


buttonbush - Cephalanthus occidentalis from Native Plant Trust
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