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Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush
Buddleja x 'Blue Chip Jr.' PP #26,581; CPBRAF
Pronunciation: BUD-lee-uh
SKU #40762
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 1 to 2 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | This new addition to the Lo & Behold® series is more compact than 'Blue Chip', with a dwarf, slightly spreading habit. Rich lavender blue flowers fragrant flowers provide color from summer until frost, without deadheading! 'Blue Chip Jr.' is a drought tolerant and deer resistant garden plant. Perfect for mass planting, perennial gardens and mixed borders. A sterile variety. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Purple flowers, summer to fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May die to the ground in colder zones, regrowing from the roots in spring. Elsewhere, prune in late fall or early spring. Feed in spring. |
| History | Plantatarium Silver Medal winner, 2015. |
Details
| Description | This new addition to the Lo & Behold® series is more compact than 'Blue Chip', with a dwarf, slightly spreading habit. Rich lavender blue flowers fragrant flowers provide color from summer until frost, without deadheading! 'Blue Chip Jr.' is a drought tolerant and deer resistant garden plant. Perfect for mass planting, perennial gardens and mixed borders. A sterile variety. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Purple flowers, summer to fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May die to the ground in colder zones, regrowing from the roots in spring. Elsewhere, prune in late fall or early spring. Feed in spring. |
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History
| History | Plantatarium Silver Medal winner, 2015. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush produce flowers?
Purple flowers, summer to fall.
Is Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush evergreen or deciduous?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush grow?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush in my landscape?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover.
What color are Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush flowers?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush?
Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush has Green foliage.
How do I care for Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush?
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May die to the ground in colder zones, regrowing from the roots in spring. Elsewhere, prune in late fall or early spring. Feed in spring.
What is the history of Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush?
Plantatarium Silver Medal winner, 2015.
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.