Botanical Name
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Common Name
Common Buttonbush
Wetland Status
OBL
Deciduous shrub that easily grows in moist, humusy soils in full sun to part shade. Grows 6’ – 12’ tall. Great for low spots in the landscape. Will grow in shallow water. Fragrant white flowers with a pincushion appearance bloom in early to late summer. Attracts bees and butterflies.