Cephalanthus occidentalis (Buttonbush) part sun a pocket tall grass prairie

a pocket tall grass prairie

It can tolerate some shade

but once established it is very drought-tolerant

Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun Mature height up to 30 ft Mature width up to 40 ft Attracts Butterflies

Cephalanthus occidentalis (Buttonbush) part sun a pocket tall grass prairieButtonbush is a large shrub is attractive in itself with its weeping growth habit but perhaps can be easily overlooked until it blooms. It then puts on a show like no other. Its blooms seem almost otherworldly. They are magical round spheres that somehow are tough and delicate all at the same. They make good honey, and both bees and butterflies love it. Birds use it for shelter and as nesting sites. While it loves wet feet, it can thrive in drier