Cephalanthus occidentalis
Buttonbush
Produces an abundance of seed favored by ducks; a good source of nectar for butterflies and bees.
General Product Information:
Item Number: CEPOCC01
Species Type: Native
Product Categories:
Woody Trees, Shrubs & Vines
Classification: Woody Deciduous Shrub
Characteristics: An attractive, multi-stemmed shrub species; the flowers grow in ball-like clusters; heavy brown seeds.
Habitat: Low wet ground, swamps, bogs, streambanks, lake edges.
Bloom Period: June to August
Flower Color: White
Foliage Color: Green
Height: Up to 9.8 Ft
Minimum Root Depth: 14 in
pH: 4.7 – 8.5
Indicator Regions (view map & key):
Northcentral & Northeast: OBL
Midwest: OBL
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont: OBL
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain: OBL
Tolerances:
Shade: Shade
Drought: Moderate
Salt: Low
Seed Information:
Seeding Rate: When used as part of a mix, ensure that the mix consists of not less than 1.0% and not more than 10.0% of the total.
Truax Seedbox: Fine
