Butterfly Bushes

Butterfly Bushes for Sale at Nature Hills Nursery

Bring your landscape to life with colorful, fragrant blooms and graceful visitors! Butterfly Bushes, also known as Summer Lilacs, are among the most beloved flowering shrubs for attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. These easy-to-grow garden classics feature arching branches covered in long, bottlebrush flower clusters in shades of blue, purple, pink, red, and white from midsummer until frost.

Fast-growing and low-maintenance, Butterfly Bushes fill garden beds, borders, and containers with reliable color. Their sweet fragrance and constant blooms make them a staple in pollinator gardens and mixed landscapes alike.

Key Benefits of Butterfly Bushes

The terms Buddleja and Buddleia describe the same genus of Butterfly Bushes. Buddleja is the historically accurate, scientific spelling given by Linnaeus, whereas Buddleia emerged later as a simplified, modern form that has become popular in everyday horticulture.

• Bright, fragrant blooms from midsummer through frost
• Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators
• Fast-growing and low-maintenance once established
• Modern sterile cultivars are non-invasive and eco-friendly
• Versatile in borders, hedges, or large containers
• Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant

Why Gardeners Love Butterfly Bushes

Native to Asia and naturalized throughout the U.S., Butterfly Bushes earned fame for the flurry of butterflies they attract. While some early species self-seeded aggressively, modern breeding has produced sterile and seedless cultivars that are well-behaved, non-invasive, and environmentally responsible choices for today’s gardens.

At Nature Hills Nursery, we take plant stewardship seriously. Through our partnership with Plant Sentry™, we follow all state and federal shipping regulations to ensure plants are only shipped where they can thrive responsibly. You can learn more about our environmental commitment and why responsible growing matters.

Vibrant Varieties for Every Garden Style

Our selection of  Buddleia davidii and hybrid cultivars includes everything from compact container-sized plants to grand, garden-dominating specimens. Choose from richly colored favorites like:

• Pugster White Butterfly Bush: Compact and ideal for containers or small borders.
• Black Knight Butterfly Bush: Deep violet blooms add dramatic flair.
• Buzz Hot Raspberry Butterfly Bush: Bright pink flowers perfect for lively pollinator gardens.
• Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Jr. Butterfly Bush: Dwarf size, rich blue color, and long bloom time.
• Bicolor Butterfly Bush: A stunning mix of pink and yellow blooms on one plant.

Plant them in sunny garden beds, mixed borders, or as informal hedges to add structure and fragrance. Combine Butterfly Bushes with Swamp Milkweed and Butterfly Weed for a pollinator paradise that supports every stage of the butterfly life cycle. For extra impact, try adding accent plants nearby for contrast and balance.

Easy Care and Fast Growth

Butterfly Bushes thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They tolerate heat, drought, urban pollution, and less-than-ideal soil once established. For the best results, keep the soil slightly acidic (pH 4.5–6) and water regularly until plants are established.

In cold climates, Buddleia may die back to the ground in winter but will regrow vigorously from the roots each spring. Apply an arborist mulch layer to conserve moisture and protect the crown in winter.

Prune hard in late winter or early spring to encourage lush, new growth and prolific blooms. Deadheading spent flowers can extend the blooming season even longer.

Bring Home the Beauty of Butterfly Bushes

Support pollinators and enjoy non-stop summer color with these easy-care shrubs. Whether you’re filling a pollinator garden, softening a fence line, or decorating a patio, Butterfly Bushes deliver vibrant blooms and endless activity all season long.

Order from Nature Hills Nursery today and get healthy, field-grown Butterfly Bushes shipped right to your door. Use our Plant Zone Map to confirm which varieties thrive in your area.

Family-owned and operated since 2001, Nature Hills Nursery is proud to offer plants backed by our Product Guarantee and a commitment to responsible growing. Learn more in our Planting Guide and let us help you grow happy, healthy gardens for years to come.