.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Fiber Optics' Buttonbush Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Fiber Optics' Description A deciduous shrub featuring striking, variegated foliage with vibrant green and cream edges. Produces spherical white flowers in summer that attract pollinators and add ornamental value. Suggested Uses Perfect for border planting, wildlife gardens, and container display. Great as a specimen or as part of a mixed shrub border to enhance visual interest. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Fiber Optics' Common Name: Fiber Optics' Buttonbush Size & Growth: Usually 3-6 ft tall and wide, with a bushy, spreading habit Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Variegated, deciduous Bloom Time: Summer (July to September) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: None known Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other native shrubs and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Soil Moisture: Moist, organically rich soil Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soil with good drainage Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to shape and remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Mulch around roots to protect in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in the container or nursery Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Remove seed heads for continuous flowering and tidy appearance
