When to trim butterfly bushes in the spring

Butterfly bushes (Buddleia davidii) are grown for their long panicles of colorful flowers and their ability to attract butterflies and beneficial insects.

Pruning butterfly bush in summer

What time of year do you cut back butterfly bushes

Butterfly bush size

Can i prune butterfly bush in fall

Should i cut back my butterfly bush for winter

They bloom in spring and summer, but the naturally attractive shape of the shrub and evergreen foliage keep the bush interesting, even when it is not in bloom. These tough plants tolerate a variety of conditions and are hardy in USDA plant hardiness zones 5 through 9.

Find out more about butterfly bush planting and care.

Butterfly Bush Planting

Planting a butterfly bush in an optimum location minimizes the time you'll spend on maintenance. Choose a sunny or partly shaded area where the soil is well-drained.

How far should you cut back butterfly bushes?

Soil that is constantly wet encourages rot. 

When planted in good quality garden soil, a butterfly bush rarely needs fertilizer. Give your butterfly bush plenty of room. The plant tag will tell you the mature size of the cultivar you have chosen. 

Although butterfly bushes tolerate severe pruning to maintain a smaller size, you can reduce the time you'll spend pruning by planting it in a location with plenty o

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