Petite Plum Dwarf wand butterflybush
Buddleja 'Petite Plum Dwarf'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Petite Plum Dwarf' wand butterflybush (Buddleja 'Petite Plum Dwarf') is a shrub for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit the fragrant blooms. It flowers in early to late summer. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Amsonia, Mexican hat, and Beautyberry.