Buttonbush Native Plant (Cephalanthus occidentalis) 1 Gallon Pot

About This Plant

Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) is a deciduous shrub valued for its distinctive round white flowers and adaptable growth habit. It thrives in moist to wet soil and tolerates poorly drained areas, making it ideal for rain gardens, pond edges, and native plant or wildlife-friendly landscapes. Mature growth is rounded and spreading, with green foliage and white summer blooms.

What You Will Receive

You will receive one healthy, well-rooted Buttonbush plant in a 1 gallon pot. This live native shrub is ready for transplanting and suitable for outdoor planting in appropriate garden conditions.

• Unique globe flowers – round white blooms
• Native shrub – suitable for naturalized and wildlife-friendly gardens
• Great for moist areas – ideal for rain gardens or pond edges
• Healthy live plant – delivered in a 1 gallon pot
• Versatile landscape use – borders, wetlands, or garden accents

Common Name: Buttonbush

Scientific Name: Cephalanthus occidentalis

Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub

Pot Size: 1 Gallon Pot

Flower Color: White

Foliage Color: Green

Bloom Season: Summer

Growth Habit: Rounded, spreading

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil: Moist to wet soil; tolerates poorly drained areas

Watering: Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil

Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5–9

Use: Rain garden, pond edge, native plant garden, landscape accent

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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