Species butterfly bush
Violet-purple flowers with yellow stamens on green branch and green foliage background.

butterfly bush

Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY

The Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY) is an amazing addition to any garden. With its psychedelic purple, lilac, and sky blue flower clusters, it offers a stunning visual impact. It blooms for months, from late spring to fall, and its fragrant flowers attracts a variety of butterflies and hummingbirds. Its foliage is gray green and long lasting. The shrub is also drought tolerant and fast growing. It's a great choice for any garden and requires little maintenance. All in all, the Butterfly Bush's colorful and distinct look makes it a must have for any landscaping enthusiast.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Hardwood Cuttings,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

Lilac to purple with orange throat Flowers

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

purple,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,purple,pink

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

watering

Water butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY) as needed to keep the soil lightly moist during its active growth period from spring until mid-summer. Water deeply and thoroughly allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering. Do not let the plants sit in water-logged soil. During the winter, water just enough to keep the soil slightly moist throughout its dormant period.

sunlight

Butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY) should receive full sun for optimum growth and blooming. This plant should get 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day in order to produce its best blooms, which appear from late summer through early fall. During the hottest summer months, it should have some protection from the intense midday sun, so partial shade during this time is ideal for its health. This plant requires plenty of sunlight to produce its vivid purple flowers.

pruning

Butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY) should be pruned back once or twice during the growing season to encourage new growth, health, and a bushier plant. The first pruning should be done around early spring just before the bush starts to bud out. This will help to shape and encourage new growth. The second pruning should be done once the blooming season is over, again to encourage bushier growth. Prune back any dead or dying stems to the base of the plant. Remove about 1-third of the overall length of the stems. This will promote new growth and result in a healthier and bushier shrub.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

The Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY butterfly bush typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

The Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY butterfly bush typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Buddleja davidii 'PIIBD-III' FIRST EDITIONS PSYCHEDELIC SKY is in July and August.

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