Buddleja

Buddleias can grow to become large shrub-like perennials in mild climates but most grow as herbaceous perennials in zone 6 and colder. In some states and counties Buddleia's are considered invasive, please check with your local state offices before purchasing.

Buddleias can grow to become large shrub-like perennials in mild climates but most grow as herbaceous perennials in zone 6 and colder. In some states and counties Buddleia's are considered invasive, please check with your local state offices before purchasing.

In some states and counties Buddleia's are considered invasive, please check with your local state offices before purchasing. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners - www.provenwinners.com

Buddleias can grow to become large shrub-like perennials in mild climates but most grow as herbaceous perennials in zone 6 and colder. In some states and counties Buddleia's are considered invasive, please check with your local state offices before purchasing.

Buddleias can grow to become large shrub-like perennials in mild climates but most grow as herbaceous perennials in zone 6 and colder. In some states and counties Buddleia's are considered invasive, please check with your local state offices before purchasing.

The small size lends Ice Chip to the perennial border, smaller spaces, and containers where it is sure to attract loads of butterflies! The Lo & Beholdtm Buddleja series was developed at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum by Dr. Dennis Werner.

An excellent addition to the perennial or shrub border and in containers. Buddleias are excellent for attracting pollinators including butterflies, bees, and other garden beneficials! Buddlejas are considered invasive in some regions please check with...

The small size, exceptional flower power, and spreading habit lends Lilac Chip to use in the perennial border, as a groundcover, smaller spaces, and containers where it is sure to attract loads of butterflies and other pollinators! The Lo & Beholdtm Buddleja...

The small size, exceptional flower power, and spreading habit lends Lilac Chip to use in the perennial border, as a groundcover, smaller spaces, and containers where it is sure to attract loads of butterflies and other pollinators! The Lo & Beholdtm Buddleja...

Lo' and Beholdtm Pink Micro Chip is a sterile selection so it does not spend its energy producing seed but instead produces an endless display of nectar rich flowers. An excellent choice for small spaces, the front of the garden and landscape, as well...

Spikes of deep purplish blue, nectar rich flowers are produced from summer to fall and attract butterflies and a menagerie of other garden beneficials. Lo' & Beholdtm Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush makes a great addition to the garden and landscape but...

* It is native to northwestern China and Japan . * It is widely used as an ornamental plant. * Buddleja davidii , (old spelling Buddleia davidii ); also called summer lilac , butterfly-bush or orange eye ) is a shrub in the Buddlejaceae family .

* It is native to northwestern China and Japan . * It is widely used as an ornamental plant. * Buddleja davidii , (old spelling Buddleia davidii ); also called summer lilac , butterfly-bush or orange eye ) is a shrub in the Buddlejaceae family .

The blooms are borne continuously from late spring to fall. An unusual variety. Deep violet flowers hang like grapes from this upright to arching shrub. Buddlejas are considered invasive in some areas, please consult your local state offices before purchasing.

Butterfly bushes are sun lovers and are extremely easy to grow. From midsummer until frost, it earns its name, as hordes of winged beauties flit from flower to flower in search of nectar.

Butterfly bushes are sun lovers and are extremely easy to grow. From midsummer until frost, it earns its name, as hordes of winged beauties flit from flower to flower in search of nectar.

Plant a few for a short, showy hedge or even just one or two in your perennial bed, where they're sure to make an impression. It has an upright, somewhat bushy nature and has a more compact nature than some other, larger varieties.

The long spikes of blooms extend up and out from the bush in a gently cascading fashion, creating the type of dramatic display that is sure to stop you in your tracks when you witness its exceptional beauty.

However, it really is possible to grow most types of butterfly bushes in zone 4 – with stipulations. However, butterfly bushes are late to break dormancy in cold climates, so give the plant a little time and don't panic if your: It's important to note...

Dry, brittle or mottled-looking canes as well as any parts covered in mildew or other infestation should be cut back to healthy wood or removed to the ground.Clean your pruning shears between each cut with a mixture of equal parts water and household...

For example, a butterfly bush that is purchased in a 10-inch diameter container, also referred to as a 3-gallon pot, will prosper if transplanted into a larger container that's at least 24 inches in diameter and hold at least 10 gallons of soil.

Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. With its wings closed, it is often overlooked, as it blends in with the background with this natural camouflage.

To some, the butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii) evokes a pleasant image of butterflies flitting from flower to flower. It will grow back to its maximum height in just one season. This will prevent the spread of fungi and diseases.

When is a butterfly not exactly a butterfly and a moth not exactly a moth? It's a shame, because these are some of the most entertaining insects you can find. Skippers have a thick, fuzzy body more in keeping with moths and larger compound eyes as well.These...

The flowers are the main attraction -- especially for butterflies. Because each person or pet could potentially have an adverse reaction to any plant, it is always best to prevent children and pets from eating flowers or leaves.Don't confuse butterfly...

To check for spider mites, wipe a sheet of white paper over the foliage and look for moving orange specks. The leaves turn yellow because they don't receive water or nutrients from the dead roots.

A beautiful garden is inviting and rewarding for all.Michelia x alba flower, Michelia figo var. Some of these can be grown safely in containers and confined spaces.Here's another lesson I learned: if it pops up in your garden spontaneously, it is probably...