Buttonbush

The "Sputnik" of the Shrub World

Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) is a cool and unique native shrub. Its flowers look like 1-inch white ping-pong balls stuck with pins (or tiny satellites). These fragrant blooms appear in mid-summer and attract a huge diversity of pollinators, including Swallowtail butterflies. It naturally grows in wet areas.

Why You Need It:

• Wet Soil Solution: Perfect for that soggy spot in the yard where nothing else grows.
• Unique Blooms: A conversation starter—people always ask, "What is that?"
• Wildlife Hub: Seeds are eaten by ducks and waterfowl in the fall.

Planting Tips:

Thrives in Full Sun to Part Shade and Wet Soil. It is fantastic for rain gardens or planting right at the water's edge of a pond or stream.