Butterfly Bush
- Botanical Name: Buddleia davidii
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Demand: Medium
- Landscape Use: Focal Point/Specimen Plant, Screen - Visual, Salt Tolerant
- Ornamental Color: White, Pink, Purple, Red, Yellow
- Native or Adapted: Adapted
- Wildlife Value: Hummingbirds, Birds, Butterflies
- Season: Summer, Fall
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
- Plant Form: Upright
- Region: North Central Texas
- Plant Spread: 2' - 6'
- Plant Height: 4' - 8'
Description
As its name implies, this shrub attracts a myriad of butterflies for much of the summer. Cut back every year for best bloom and shape. Needs regular water, but do not overwater. Wet feet will rot the root system.
Butterfly Bush Photos
