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Butterfly Bush
Buddleia davidii BUZZ™ Violet
Butterfly Bush
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Large spikes of dark purple flowers compared to a more compact habit. Easy to grow in most sunny, warm locations. Typically dies back to the ground each year and comes back in May or June.
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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 Butterfly Bush get?
About 4' tall and 4' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Butterfly Bush need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Butterfly Bush need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will 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 Butterfly Bush deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy 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 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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