Butterfly Bush·Elena's Adventures
Buddleja davidii
Butterfly Bush
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Care Guide
Care Requirements
LightFull sun
WateringModerate; allow soil to dry between waterings
SoilWell-drained, sandy or loamy soil
FertilizerBalanced fertilizer in early spring
HumidityAverage to low humidity
TemperatureHardy in USDA zones 5-9
Growth & Life Cycle
HabitDeciduous shrub
Mature Size4-12 feet tall and wide
Growth RateFast growing
BloomingFrom mid-summer to early fall
DormancyDormant in winter
Propagation
MethodsCuttings, Seeds
DifficultyEasy
Best SeasonSpring or early summer
Maintenance & Notes
PruningPrune back hard in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth
RepottingUsually not needed unless container-bound
Pests & DiseasesMay attract aphids and spider mites; generally pest-resistant
ToxicityNon-toxic to humans and pets