Button Bush (Bundle of 25)

$37.00

Description

Size: 18-24" / Age: 1-0 / Growth Rate: 1-2 feet per year. The Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) is a deciduous shrub native to North America, often found growing in wetlands, along riverbanks, or near ponds. It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height but can grow taller in ideal conditions. This plant is known for its unique, spherical flower clusters, which appear in early to mid-summer. These white or pale pink flower balls, often described as "button-like," are about 1 inch in diameter, with tiny, fragrant flowers that attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The glossy, dark green leaves are lance-shaped, growing in opposite pairs or whorls along the stems, and turn yellow in the fall. The flower heads mature into small, round, brown seed clusters that provide food for waterfowl and other wildlife throughout the winter. Buttonbush thrives in moist, acidic soils and is frequently used in landscaping for natural water gardens, rain gardens, and wildlife habitats due to its beauty, hardiness, and ecological value.