Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x 'Blue Chip'

$49⁸⁷

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush highlights at a glance!

Botanical Name

Buddleia x 'Blue Chip'
Brand

Proven Winners® ColorChoice®
Growing Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Growth Rate

Moderate
Mature Height

20 - 30 inches
Mature Width

2 - 4 feet
Flower Color
- Blue
- Purple
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
Fragrant

Yes

Growing Zones 5-9

Find Your Growing Zone!

Keep your local butterflies happy with a Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x 'Blue Chip'). This pretty shrub will please your butterflies, pollinators, your local hummingbirds, and anyone else who feasts their eyes on its lovely blue and purple flowers!

This compact shrub grows in a mounded structure, so it will fill your garden with beauty upward and outward. This miniature Buddleia was the first in a series of stunning Butterfly Bushes with a long-lasting blooming season. You can anticipate spikes of flowers from summer through late fall. These lovely bluish-purple flowers are both gorgeous and fragrant!

We're not the only ones who think this Proven Winners® plant is a winner! It's won the Best New Plant in several competitions, a "showstopper" award, and even a gold medal! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 9, deer Just be careful - you may love this non-invasive as much as the butterflies do!

Planting and Application:

The Lo & Behold® Blue Chip is a gorgeous flowering specimen, and is a must-have addition to your Pollinators Borders and Cutting gardens! The fragrance delights your Cottage and Perennial gardens as low edging or backdrop hedges! Plant near garden benches and reading nooks to perfume your landscape and entice butterflies!

This fun and lively plant makes a spectacular groundcover. Plant a few around your butterfly garden to attract butterflies and Hummingbirds! This stunning miniature plant will also make a dainty and special patio or balcony container plant! Any small-space garden will benefit from these cheerful flowering dwarf shrubs!

Bluish Purple Long-Lasting Blooms
Fragrant & Great Cut Flowers
Attracts Butterflies & Hummingbirds
Aromatic Gray-Green Foliage & Compact Dwarf Shrub
Small-Scale Specimens, Container Plants, En Masse & Borders

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Butterfly Bush grows well in medium to dry soil but won't thrive in wet conditions. Plant this shrub in full sun and in a very well-drained location. Provide regular moisture for new shrubs but once established, your Butddleia will only need supplemental moisture during the worst of drought and hottest summer months to keep the blooms returning. Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch to support your shrub's root system.

And luckily, you won't have to work too hard to enjoy these reblooming blossoms! You don't need to prune your Lo and Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush or deadhead it. You will want to cut these plants back to the ground before spring, when grown in colder climates; acting more like an herbaceous perennial. For plants grown in warm growing zones, these woody shrubs only need an early spring trim will help ensure the best performance and best flowers. Like most butterfly favorites, this deciduous plant is drought tolerant and not on any deer's menu of favorite snacks.

Full Sun Shrub/Perennial
Well-Drained Soil
Moderate Moisture & Fertility
Prune to Ground Early Spring
Non-Invasive & Salt-Tolerant & Deer-Resistant

The Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush from Proven Winners® ColorChoice® can help keep your garden ecosystem healthy with all the winged creatures it'll attract! If you're looking for a pretty shrub with a fun personality, this plant has your name all over it. Order today at Nature Hills Nursery!

Container plant

I have placed 2 blue chip butterfly bushes in containers that sit at my townhouse entryway. I get asked all the time about what kind of plant that is? Just perfect for a container.

Dear DeDe,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush! We’re thrilled to hear that your container planting is not only thriving but also becoming a frequent talking point for visitors. It truly is a striking choice — perfect for entryways where its vivid blue blossoms and graceful shape can make a lasting impression.

Since you have your Blue Chip Butterfly Bushes in containers, just a quick tip to keep them dazzling: make sure your pots have good drainage and use high-quality, well-draining potting soil. These bushes also appreciate a regular watering schedule, especially during hotter months, to keep blooms abundant. Primer for butterfly bushes—deadheading spent flowers—can extend the bloom period and keep those butterflies coming back too!

If you ever want more ideas on companion plants or container gardening, feel free to reach out or check out our blog for seasonal tips and tricks designed to enhance your container displays.

Thank you again for your kind words and for placing your trust in Nature Hills. Your entryway sounds absolutely inviting!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Container plant

I have placed 2 blue chip butterfly bushes in containers that sit at my townhouse entryway. I get asked all the time about what kind of plant that is? Just perfect for a container.

Hello De D.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that these stunning bushes are not only flourishing in your containers but also drawing such curiosity from visitors—what a wonderful compliment to your entryway. Their compact size and beautiful blooms truly make them an ideal choice for container gardening.

If you haven’t already, be sure to rotate the containers occasionally to ensure even sunlight and maintain airflow around the plants. Also, regularly deadheading spent blooms can encourage even more vibrant flowering. For container plants like these, using a well-draining potting mix and watering when the top inch of soil feels dry will keep your Blue Chip Butterfly Bushes happy and healthy. Should you want to provide a bit of extra enrichment, container-friendly slow-release fertilizer in spring can make a big difference in their longevity.

If you ever want to explore companions for the butterfly bushes — perhaps plants that enjoy a similar sun exposure and watering routine — we’re happy to provide recommendations. Your container display sounds like a beautiful and inviting space!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Flowers

The blue chip is a very small plant but it puts out a lot of flowers and looks 'neat' all the time.

Hi Nan,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush! We’re delighted to hear that, despite its modest size, your plant is producing so many beautiful flowers and maintaining such a neat appearance. It truly is a wonderful variety for adding vibrant color and tidiness to the garden.

If you’re interested in maximizing its blooming potential, remember that regular pruning after flowering can encourage next season’s growth and help keep that compact shape. Also, ensure it gets plenty of sun and well-drained soil for the happiest plant. Should you need any tips on fertilizing or troubleshooting, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Flowers

The blue chip is a very small plant but it puts out a lot of flowers and looks 'neat' all the time.

Hi Nan,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush! We’re delighted to hear that despite its small size, it blooms abundantly and maintains such a neat appearance—a truly wonderful combination for any garden. These compact butterfly bushes are indeed designed to be low-maintenance yet flourish beautifully, making them perfect for bringing color and structure to smaller spaces.

If you’d like to encourage even more vigorous flowering or help the plant maintain its tidiness, pruning spent blossoms lightly after blooming can be helpful. Also, placing your Blue Chip in full sun with well-drained soil will give it the best environment to thrive. Feel free to reach out if you’d like tips for companion planting or further care advice—we’re here to support.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Contaainer plant

Blue Chip Lo and Behold butterfly bushes make perfect container plants and they do not need constant pruning to keep them in check.

Dear Jill O.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush! We’re delighted to hear that it has made a perfect container plant for you and that its low-maintenance nature suits your gardening style. Indeed, this variety’s ability to thrive without constant pruning makes it a fantastic choice for both container and garden settings.

If you’re looking to enhance its growth even further, placing it in a location with plenty of sunlight and ensuring well-draining soil will keep it healthy and vibrant. During the growing season, a balanced fertilizer can support abundant blooms. Also, mulching your container can help retain moisture and protect roots.

Thank you again for your thoughtful review—we love knowing which plants become a go-to favorite. Should you have any questions or want more tips on seasonal care, we’re always here to help!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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