Buttonbush, or Cephalanthus occidentalis, is a resilient shrub that many gardeners value for both utility and beauty. As you can see in the images here, this shrub is easily discernible by its white pincushion blooms that have a fragrant aroma.
Native to North America, buttonbush shrubs typically grow best near swampland, wetlands or along riverbanks. However, this tough species can grow almost anywhere, and with its fast-growing habit, it is useful if you want to quickly fill your borders with sizeable native plants that will provide interest for many months of the year.
