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Buttonbush

Buttonbush

Cephalanthus occidentalis Common Name: Buttonbush This is a shrub that prefers moist soil and can tolerate wet soil. Our Buttonbush is planted in average soil near a birdbath. I empty the birdbath water at the base of the Buttonbush often enough. So far it is doing well. This is a very interesting shrub! The flowers turn into white spheres which attract insects, including butterflies. If you have a wet area to plant in, a grouping of Buttonbush would be attractive…

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Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’

Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’

Common Name: Virginia sweetspire I wanted a shrub that would be placed close to the patio but one that we could still see over. Virginia sweetspire will only reach 4 feet in height and spread to a maximum of 6 feet. Currently in bloom, this native shrub will thrive in many conditions and is becoming more popular as a foundation plant for homes. The fall color is red to orange. Missouri Botanical Garden description Paula Ziegler is a local resident…

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