Butterfly Bush
Shrub

Butterfly Bush

Buddleja davidii

Long, arching flower wands that butterflies absolutely lose their minds over.

Bloom Season
Jun - Oct
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
5-10' tall
USDA Zones 5-10
Bloom Colors
Purple
Pink
White
Lavender
Blue
Traits
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance❋ Fragrant✂ Cut Flower
Soil
SandyPoor Soil
Pairs Well With
Lavender
Perennial
Rose
Perennial
Coneflower
Perennial
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