Buddleja sp. (Butterfly Bush)

Buddleja sp. (Butterfly Bush) yellow flower cluster in a close up view on branch
Buddleja sp. (Butterfly Bush) yellow flower cluster with pointed green leaves on the branch

Botanical name: Buddleja sp.

Common name: Butterfly Bush

Family: Buddlejaceae    (Formerly:Scrophulariaceae)

USDA Zone: 5-9

Cold tolerance: -10°F

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Flower color varies widely, with white, pink, red, purple, orange or yellow flowers produced by different species and cultivars; they are rich in nectar and often strongly scented.

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