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Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x Lo & Behold® 'Purple Haze'

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Butterfly Bush

Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush is a compact, fragrant plant that attracts butterflies and thrives in sunny gardens.

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Mature Height: 2-3 feet

Mature Width: 2-3 feet

Bloom Color: Purple

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush is a compact, drought-tolerant shrub known for its fragrant purple flowers that attract butterflies. It blooms profusely throughout the summer, making it a popular choice for gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers moderate moisture and can tolerate drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with a preference for slightly alkaline to neutral pH. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Watering Needs

Water regularly until established; then, it is drought-tolerant.

Pruning Notes

Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.

Common Issues

Watch for aphids and powdery mildew; ensure good air circulation to prevent diseases.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attracts butterfliescompact growth habitfragrant flowers

Wildlife Value

Attracts butterflies and other pollinators.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for small spaces and containers. Consider grouping for a more impactful display.

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