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Pugster® Pinker™ Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x 'SMNBDB' (Pugster® Pinker™)

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Butterfly Bush

Pugster® Pinker™ Butterfly Bush is a compact, butterfly-attracting plant perfect for gardens.

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Mature Height: 2 feet

Mature Width: 2 feet

Bloom Color: Pink

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

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

Pugster® Pinker™ Butterfly Bush is a compact, hardy shrub known for its vibrant pink flowers that attract butterflies. It blooms profusely throughout the summer, making it a favorite for pollinator gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Tolerates drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types and pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Watering Needs

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

Pruning Notes

Prune back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer for best results.

Common Issues

May attract aphids or experience powdery mildew in humid conditions.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Compact sizeattracts butterflies

Wildlife Value

Attracts butterflies and other pollinators.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for small spaces and containers. Prune to encourage bushier growth.

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