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Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush
Buddleja davidii 'SMNBDBT' PP #28,794; CPBRAF
Pronunciation: BUD-lee-uh da-VID-ee-eye
SKU #42421
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 2 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide.
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| Description | Large, dense, fragrant, delightful blue flower panicles on a tidy, compact plant. Provides continuous summer color well into fall. A prolific bloomer without deadheading - perfect carefree summer blooming specimen for warm, sunny, small gardens and containers. Thick stems provide better winter hardiness for a dwarf form. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, 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 |
| Design Ideas | Dwarf butterfly bush is perfect for bringing butterflies into the garden and up close to the house. Use in side yards where flowers are held up at window level. Ideal choice for breaking up long runs of fence. Particularly attractive along picket fences and lattice where airy open character is a good fit. An essential in the wildlife and habitat garden. A casual cottage and country garden performer with bonus of butterflies at bloom time for family fun. |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Salvia (Salvia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. 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 | The Pugster® series of butterfly bushes are a breeding breakthrough, being the first buddleja with the heavy, wide foliage and large, dense flower clusters of the non-dwarf form on the small frame of a dwarf buddleja. Densely branched, thick stems with short internodes withstand colder winter temperatures and better cold tolerance than typical dwarf forms, in as low as zone 5. Pugster Blue® is a Proven Winner's introduction, resulting from breeding of Buddleia davidii 'UC 596' (seed parent) and Buddleia davidii 'Adonis Blue'(pollen parent). The series name, Pugster®, refers to its shared traits with the short, stocky, beloved breed of pug dogs. |
Details
| Description | Large, dense, fragrant, delightful blue flower panicles on a tidy, compact plant. Provides continuous summer color well into fall. A prolific bloomer without deadheading - perfect carefree summer blooming specimen for warm, sunny, small gardens and containers. Thick stems provide better winter hardiness for a dwarf form. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, 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 |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Dwarf butterfly bush is perfect for bringing butterflies into the garden and up close to the house. Use in side yards where flowers are held up at window level. Ideal choice for breaking up long runs of fence. Particularly attractive along picket fences and lattice where airy open character is a good fit. An essential in the wildlife and habitat garden. A casual cottage and country garden performer with bonus of butterflies at bloom time for family fun. |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Salvia (Salvia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. 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 | The Pugster® series of butterfly bushes are a breeding breakthrough, being the first buddleja with the heavy, wide foliage and large, dense flower clusters of the non-dwarf form on the small frame of a dwarf buddleja. Densely branched, thick stems with short internodes withstand colder winter temperatures and better cold tolerance than typical dwarf forms, in as low as zone 5. Pugster Blue® is a Proven Winner's introduction, resulting from breeding of Buddleia davidii 'UC 596' (seed parent) and Buddleia davidii 'Adonis Blue'(pollen parent). The series name, Pugster®, refers to its shared traits with the short, stocky, beloved breed of pug dogs. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush produce flowers?
Summer through fall
Is Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush evergreen or deciduous?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush grow?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush in my landscape?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush is suitable for: Border, Container.
How can I use Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush in my garden design?
Dwarf butterfly bush is perfect for bringing butterflies into the garden and up close to the house. Use in side yards where flowers are held up at window level. Ideal choice for breaking up long runs of fence. Particularly attractive along picket fences and lattice where airy open character is a good fit. An essential in the wildlife and habitat garden. A casual cottage and country garden performer with bonus of butterflies at bloom time for family fun.
What color are Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush flowers?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush?
Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush?
Good companion plants for Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Salvia (Salvia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Russian Sage (Perovskia).
How do I care for Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush?
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. 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 Pugster Blue® Dwarf Butterfly Bush?
The Pugster® series of butterfly bushes are a breeding breakthrough, being the first buddleja with the heavy, wide foliage and large, dense flower clusters of the non-dwarf form on the small frame of a dwarf buddleja. Densely branched, thick stems with short internodes withstand colder winter temperatures and better cold tolerance than typical dwarf forms, in as low as zone 5. Pugster Blue® is a Proven Winner's introduction, resulting from breeding of Buddleia davidii 'UC 596' (seed parent) and Buddleia davidii 'Adonis Blue'(pollen parent). The series name, Pugster®, refers to its shared traits with the short, stocky, beloved breed of pug dogs.
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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.