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Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush
Buddleja davidii 'Conbud2080' PP #34,142
Pronunciation: BUD-lee-uh
SKU #43933
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Selected for its dense, compact form and less brittle stems, this deciduous shrub will be packed with nectar-filled violet blooms while taking up much less space than traditional varieties. A perfect summer-blooming specimen for warm, sunny, small gardens. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, 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 |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| 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. 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. |
Details
| Description | Selected for its dense, compact form and less brittle stems, this deciduous shrub will be packed with nectar-filled violet blooms while taking up much less space than traditional varieties. A perfect summer-blooming specimen for warm, sunny, small gardens. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, 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 |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| 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. 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush produce flowers?
Summer
Is Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush evergreen or deciduous?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush grow?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush in my landscape?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush is suitable for: Border.
What color are Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush flowers?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush?
Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush?
Good companion plants for Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Salvia (Salvia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Russian Sage (Perovskia).
How do I care for Sparkler® Purple Petite Butterfly Bush?
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive 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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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.