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Black Knight Butterfly Bush
Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight'
Butterfly Bush
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Deciduous or semi-evergreen large shrub. It has deep violet to dark purple 6-8" flower clusters.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Deer resistant.
- Low maintenance.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Fragrant.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Black Knight Butterfly Bush get?
About 10-12' tall and 6' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Black Knight Butterfly Bush need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Black Knight Butterfly Bush need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Black Knight Butterfly Bush grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Black Knight Butterfly Bush deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Black Knight Butterfly Bush in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Black Knight Butterfly Bush wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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