Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush

Buddleia davidii 'PIIBD-II'

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Massive 6-10 Inch Reddish-Pink Flower Spikes Bloom Until Frost on Funky Fuchsia Butterfly Bush
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Grows 6-8 ft Tall and Wide
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Plant in full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours daily to ensure the most vibrant magenta blooms. While it can handle light afternoon shade, the stems may stretch and the flower density will decrease if it receives too little light.
Soil: This shrub requires excellent drainage and thrives in loose, loamy soil. If you have heavy clay, plant it in a raised bed or a mound to prevent the roots from sitting in water, which can lead to root rot.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply twice a week to help the root system reach deep into the soil. Once established, this Butterfly Bush is quite drought-tolerant, but providing a deep soak during dry spells keeps the blooms from wilting or shrinking. Avoid frequent, shallow sprinkles because they encourage weak roots that stay near the surface.

Pruning Tips

Since Funky Fuchsia™ blooms on new wood, you should prune it back hard in late winter or very early spring before new growth starts. Cut the entire plant down to about 12 inches from the ground to stimulate vigorous new stems and larger flower spikes. Think of this like a total reset that prevents the plant from becoming leggy and woody over time.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as the first green leaves appear to fuel the summer bloom cycle. Avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because they encourage tender green growth that can be easily damaged by the first frost. A single application in spring is usually all this vigorous grower needs for the entire season.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

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Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Like catnip to butterflies and hummingbirds, turn any garden into a butterfly garden! First Editions® Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii 'PIIBD-II') is a shrub covered in huge, six to ten inches long flower spikes of reddish-pink flowers that are a magnet to pollinators.

The flowers are strikingly colored and fragrant and come in droves until frost! Ensuring that you will have plenty of gorgeous cut flowers indoors as well as plenty of food for butterflies and Hummingbirds outside. Backed by airy and graceful branching full of aromatic dark green leaves with lighter undersides provides a two-tone effect!

Widely adaptable throughout USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9, these 6-8 foot tall and wide shrubs grow in full sun and thrive in the cold, heat, and humidity, and are disease, Deer, and pest-free. These deciduous shrubs are incredibly easy to grow!

Planting and Application:

Funky Fuchsia™ flowers are such a unique bold color! Plant it with other butterfly-attracting plants in shades of yellows and oranges or lavenders and blues! Their size and graceful manner make for an impressive hedge for screening and friendly property division. Adding light privacy and back of the border garden backdrop! Create outdoor garden rooms with the backdrop of flowering wallpaper with these colorful flowers and ornamental foliage!

Tall specimens and brilliant focal points, Funky Fuchsia™ turns any garden into a Pollinator garden! Plant in a sunny Cottage garden with other bold jewel-tone blooms, or in a Rock garden as a brilliant accent!

Bold Magenta Flower Spires
Fragrant Blooms For Cut Flowers & Pollinators
Two-Tone Green Aromatic Foliage
Tall Shrub or Perennial Depending On Your Climate
Upright & Airy Backdrops, Borders, Specimens & Accents

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Like all Butterfly Bushes, Funky Fuchsia™ does best in full sun - otherwise, it will get leggy and sparse. It doesn't like wet feet, either so give it a place in your garden with good drainage. Plant with Nature Hills Root Booster and provide your Buddleia (sometimes spelled Buddleja) regular moisture access for their first year but become low-water usage once established. Provide supplemental moisture during drought and the summer months to keep the flowers returning. Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch to support your shrub's root system to hold moisture consistently and insulate the roots.

Take care to deadhead this beauty and you will have flowers well into autumn. Once winter hits, Funky Fuchsia™ will die back to the ground like a perennial in cold winter places. In warmer climates, prune it back in spring to 12-inches to rejuvenate the entire plant.

Full Sun Shrubs
Well-Drained Soil
Moderate Moisture & Fertility
Deer Seldom Bother Them
Prune In Early Spring

Order the First Editions® Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush for brilliant fragrant blooms and easy-breezy maintenance! You'll transform your yard into a butterfly haven in a heartbeat with these fast-growing bold blooms available at Nature Hills!

Botanical Name

Buddleia davidii 'PIIBD-II'
Class

Magnoliopsida
Species

davidii
Cultivar

PIIBD-II
Growing Zones

5-9
Height

6-8 ft
Width

6-8 ft
Sunlight

Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color

Red, Pink
Leaf Color

Green
Fragrant

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
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AK, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR, WA

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Growing Zones 5-9

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Frequently Asked Questions

- What hardiness zones does it thrive in? (Zones 5-9)

Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9. This wide adaptability means it handles cold, heat, and humidity across most temperate regions. Plant in full sun with good drainage for best performance.

- What is the mature size? (6-8 feet in height and spread)

The Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide at maturity in zones 5-9. This substantial size makes it perfect for hedges, screens, or bold focal points. Give it plenty of space and shop at Nature Hills for healthy specimens.

- How much sun does it need? (Full sun, at least 6 hours)

Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush requires full sun for optimal growth and flowering. Without at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, it becomes leggy and produces fewer blooms. Plant in the sunniest spot in your garden for the best flower production and compact growth habit.

- Is it low-maintenance? (Yes)

Yes, Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush is extremely low-maintenance once established. This hardy shrub thrives in zones 5-9 and is naturally disease, deer, and pest-free. Simply plant in full sun with good drainage and enjoy continuous blooms until frost with minimal care required.

- Is it deer-resistant? (Yes)

Yes, Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush is deer-resistant along with being disease and pest-free. This makes it an excellent low-maintenance choice for zones 5-9 gardens. Plant it in full sun with good drainage and shop at Nature Hills for this pollinator magnet.

- Does it need pruning? (Annual late winter/early spring pruning recommended)

Yes, annual pruning in late winter or early spring is recommended for Funky Fuchsia™ Butterfly Bush. This encourages vigorous new growth and maximizes those spectacular 6-10 inch flower spikes. Cut back to 12-18 inches above ground level before new growth begins.