Cephalanthus occidentalis

buttonbush

Family	Rubiaceae
Plant Type	deciduous shrub
Zone	USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	1.5 - 3.5 m (5 - 12 ft)
Spread	1.2 - 2.4 m (4 - 8 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Cephalanthus occidentalis (buttonbush) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early summer. This deciduous shrub has medium green foliage. The fruit produced by Cephalanthus occidentalis (buttonbush) is showy.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Cephalanthus occidentalis . In the winter, Cephalanthus occidentalis provides winter interest.