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Butterfly Bush

Buddleia davidii

Size

Height - 6 feet

Width - 4 feet

Sun

Full sun

Plant Type

Adapted shrub

Other common names

Buddleia, Buddleja

BLOOMING
MONTHS

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Save Water   Medium water required
 
More Color   Purple, pink or white flowers from summer to early fall
 
 
Attract Wildlife   Hummingbirds and butterflies love the flowers
 
Reduce Maintenance   Cut back each year for best blooms
 
Texas Tough    Thrives in well-drained soil; will rot if roots are soggy

Interesting Facts

Plant is native to Asia but has adapted to our climate.  Provides nectar to hummingbirds and butterflies, but no native caterpillars will eat the leaves.

Butterfly Bushes in Frisco

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