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Cephalanthus occidentalis
Buttonbush
(Zone 4) A round, loose shrub, best suited for moist locations. Interesting round white flower clusters are lightly scented and attract bees and butterflies. Globular mass of nutlets, sometimes called honeybells. Glossy summer foliage, course winter texture.

Flower:
July-Aug
Creamy White
Fragrant

Fruit:
Persistant
Red, Brown
Nutlet Clusters

Fall Color:
Yellow

Shape:
Rounded

Size: 3' X 6'

Distinct Features:
Button-like flowers

Best Dig Time:
Container

Adaptable To:
pH

Uses:
Attracts wildlife
Naturalizing

 

pH Preference :
Slightly Acidic soil
Neutral soil

Tolerates:
Alkaline soil

Sun Preference:
Full Sun
Tolerates:
Full Sun
Partial Shade

Soil Moisture Preferred:
Moist
Wet
Tolerates:
Wet

Site Preferred:
Poorly Drained
Rich
Well Drained

Tolerates:
Compacted soil

Environmental Tolerances:

 
 

   
 
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