Bloomin' Easy™ Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x 'PODARASNGA 9-15' USPPAF, CPBRAF

$39⁹⁰

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Understanding Plant Options

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

Bloomin' Easy™ Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Bloomin Easy
Botanical Name

Buddleia x 'PODARASNGA 9-15' USPPAF, CPBRAF
Growing Zones

5 - 9
Mature Height

2 - 3 Feet
Mature Spread

2 - 3 Feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Low
Soil

Well Drained Soil
Growth Rate

Fast
Flower Color

Purple
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Fragrant

Yes
Pruning Time

Early Spring
Bloom Period

Summer, Fall

Growing Zones

Find Your Growing Zone!

Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush: Compact & Colorful Blooms

The Bloomin' Easy™ Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush USPPAF CPBRAF (Buddleia x 'PODARASNGA 9-15') is a compact, reblooming confection, packed with deep blueberry-purple flower spikes that perfume the garden with a honey-sweet fragrance! A true magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, this dwarf cultivar blooms from mid-summer through fall and never stops putting on a show!

If you're looking for a low-maintenance, non-invasive Buddleia, this hybrid is sterile and won't self-seed, making it safe for eco-conscious gardeners! This well-behaved shrub grows in a dense, rounded mound reaching just 2 to 3 feet tall and wide—perfectly suited for containers, small gardens, or border fronts!

Its narrow, long, pointed, gray-green leaves provide a soft texture that highlights its rich flower color. The blooms are arranged in cone-shaped panicles and come in wave after wave, especially if you deadhead spent flowers!

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Key Features

Compact size, maxing out around 3 feet
Fragrant, deep blue-purple flower spikes
Sterile hybrid—non-invasive and eco-friendly
Reblooms from summer through frost
Loved by butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
Deer and rabbit-resistant
Drought-tolerant once established

Landscaping Uses

This rounded, dwarf Butterfly Bush stays small and compact, making it a perfect accent or filler plant in sunny garden spots. Native to Asia, Butterfly Bushes like this one have become cottage garden staples thanks to their pollinator-attracting power and drought tolerance!

Use as a colorful, airy, low hedge or border accent
Must-have for a Butterfly or Pollinator garden!
Ideal for large patio containers and raised beds
Great for mass plantings, mixed shrub borders, or cottage garden beds
Ideal fragrant cutting garden specimen!
Pairs beautifully with Salvias, Echinacea, and Ornamental Grasses

Care and Maintenance

As a woody perennial shrub, Blueberry Pie™ is a hardy, sun-loving bloomer that takes heat and poor soil in stride. Read all about growing these fantastic plants in our Garden Blog!

The Blueberry Pie™ is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9 and thrives in full sun with good drainage. Since it's a sterile variety, it doesn't spread and is a responsible pick for gardeners who love the beauty without the mess!

Planting Time: Spring or fall in mild climates
Sun Needs: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay and poor soils if drainage is good
Moisture Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Mulch: 3–4 inch deep layer of bark mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilization: Light spring feeding with balanced fertilizer or compost
Pruning Info: Prune in late winter or early spring; blooms on new wood—cut back by 1/3 for shape and vigor
Special Needs/Perks:

Non-invasive
Deer/rabbit resistant
Handles heat, sun, and humidity well!

The Buzz About Blueberry Pie™

The Bloomin' Easy™ strong>Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush is the treat your garden's been craving—no fork required. With color as rich as its name and a bloom season that just won't quit, this little shrub packs major curb appeal with minimal fuss. Tuck it anywhere the butterflies roam and enjoy a never-ending buffet of blooms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush invasive?
Nope! It's a sterile hybrid, meaning it produces no viable seed and won't spread like older Buddleia types.

Does it rebloom?
Yes! With regular deadheading, Blueberry Pie™ will rebloom continuously from summer until frost.

Will deer or rabbits eat this plant?
No, it is considered deer and rabbit resistant—another reason it's so easy to grow.

Can I grow Blueberry Pie™ Butterfly Bush in a container?
Absolutely! Its compact size and tidy form make it perfect for large pots and patio planters.

Does it need full sun?
Yes, for best bloom and form, give it full sun—at least 6 hours a day.