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Buttonbush

Cephalanthus occidentalis, Rubiaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)

Water

High

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Coral HoneysuckleLonicera sempervirens
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
PassionflowerPassiflora incarnata
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
WinterberryIlex verticillata
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Silky DogwoodCornus amomum

Wetland shrubs compete for prime moisture conditions and can crowd each other out.

Uses

Functions

Wildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Buttonbush grow in?

Buttonbush grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Buttonbush?

Good companions for Buttonbush include Coral Honeysuckle, Passionflower, Winterberry.

Design guilds with Buttonbush and see companion relationships visually.

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