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Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush
3 Gallon / Grow Pot / Plastic
$119
$139
14% OFF
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Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush
$119
$139
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Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush Information
About The Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush
Compact, Colorful Butterfly Bush Brings All the Pollinators to Your Yard
Welcome the Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush to your garden, and let your landscape burst into a symphony of color and life! This unique and compact butterfly bush offers an incredible display of rich purple-blue blooms, each one as vibrant as a summer sky. Perfect for small spaces, this little powerhouse doesn't skimp on charm or flower power.
Why You'll Love the Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush
- Big Blooms, Compact Size: Despite its petite stature, the Pugster Blue® produces full-size flowers that rival those of much larger bushes.
- Non-Stop Blooms: Enjoy a continuous show of flowers from early summer all the way to the first frost. Your garden will never look dull with this prolific bloomer around!
- Pollinator Magnet: Attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds with ease. The nectar-rich blooms are a favorite among our fluttering friends, turning your garden into a lively sanctuary.
- Easy Care: Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, this hardy plant thrives with minimal fuss, making it perfect for both novice gardeners and seasoned pros.
The Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush is not just for in-ground planting. It’s an excellent choice for containers, allowing you to add a splash of color to patios, balconies, and other small outdoor spaces. Add the Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush to your garden and watch as it transforms your space into a vibrant, buzzing oasis!
Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush Details
Mature Height:
2-3 ft.
Mature Width:
2-3 ft.
Sunlight:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Botanical Name:
Buddleia davidii 'Pugster Blue'
Grows Well In Zones:
5-9 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR, WA
Growing Zones 5-9 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 10° F)
Watering Requirements
Water deeply once a week, especially during their first growing season and hot weather, to establish strong roots and promote healthy blooms. It's best to water at the base in the morning to minimize evaporation and prevent fungal diseases by keeping the foliage dry.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming. Too much shade may produce fewer blooms and become leggy.
Humidity Requirements
Butterfly bushes thrive best in moderate to high humidity, making them well-suited for warm climates when given proper care.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, this plant is not recommended in homes with pets.
What is a Butterfly Bush?
The Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) is a fast-growing, deciduous-to-semievergreen flowering shrub native to Asia. Famous for its long, conical panicles of fragrant, nectar-rich flowers that bloom continuously from summer to early autumn, it attracts butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other beneficial pollinators.
Do Butterfly Bushes attract butterflies to complete their life cycle?
While adult butterflies feed heavily on the nectar of Buddleja flowers, the bush does not serve as a host plant for native caterpillars. Pair Butterfly Bushes with native host plants like Milkweed (Asclepias) or Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) to support full caterpillar-to-butterfly life cycles.
When and how should you prune a Butterfly Bush?
Prune Butterfly Bushes in late winter or early spring just as new growth begins to break. Because they bloom on new wood (current season's growth), cut the entire shrub back hard to 12–18 inches above the ground. This stimulates robust new growth and yields larger bloom panicles.
Do Butterfly Bushes need fertilizer?
Butterfly Bushes grow vigorous branches naturally and rarely require fertilizer. Excess nitrogen promotes weak, leggy foliage at the expense of flower blossoms. A thin layer of compost in early spring is usually sufficient.
Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
Fiberglass Planters
No Exterior Planter
Mexia
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
Grow Pot
Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse
Agnes
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Pugster Blue® Butterfly Bush
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Greenhouse Grown
Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
Damage Guarantee
Free replacement within 48 hours.