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Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x 'Purple Haze'

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  • Dwarf Purple Haze Butterfly Bush Blooms Summer to Fall Without Overwhelming Small Spaces
  • Thrives in Zones 5-9
  • Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
  • Pollinator-Friendly Shrub
  • Stunning Green Fall Foliage
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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: Plant in full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. While it can survive in partial shade, you will see fewer flower spikes and the growth will become leggy rather than compact.
  • Soil: This shrub needs sharp drainage and does not like "wet feet" or heavy, soggy ground. If you have heavy clay, plant it in a raised mound to ensure water moves away from the root zone quickly.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply twice a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, this Butterfly Bush is quite drought tolerant, though consistent moisture during heat waves prevents the foliage from wilting. Avoid erratic watering, as extreme dry spells followed by flooding can cause the plant to drop its lower leaves prematurely.

Pruning Tips

Since Purple Haze blooms on new wood, you should prune it back hard in early spring just as new growth begins to emerge. Cut the stems down to about 12 inches from the ground to encourage a flush of fresh, vigorous stems that will carry the seasons flowers. Think of this like a "reset button" that keeps the plant from getting woody and maintains its tidy, mounded shape.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer once in early spring to fuel the upcoming growth spurt. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, as this encourages soft green growth that is easily damaged by the first winter freeze. A light layer of compost around the base each spring is usually all this tough plant needs to thrive.

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Lo and Behold® how lovely this shrub is! The Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x 'Purple Haze') erupts with bluish-purple, fragrant flowers that last from summer into fall!

This dwarf variety comes alive with butterflies and Hummingbirds. Its petite size is perfect for gardeners who want a Butterfly Bush, but don't want it to take up too much garden real estate. The Lo & Behold® Purple Haze is low-spreading, but its branches reach horizontally outward and become full of airy branches hanging heavy with their nectar-rich blooms.

And these violet blooms are to die for! This plant gets bejeweled in fragrant purple blooms in summer and they last through fall. This Buddleia's rich green aromatic leaves will give your garden a verdant feel all growing season! Growing throughout USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9, growing just 2-3 feet in height and spreads wide to 4-5 feet across.

Planting and Application:

Use this non-invasive for prized groundcover! Purple Haze features horizontal growth that keeps foliage low, making it ideal for areas that need a bit of color and protection with pretty living mulch. Fill wide swaths of sunny garden, with these pretty garden fillers! Let Purple Haze tumble over garden edges and the tops of retaining walls, or use as low facer shrubs to enliven a weary and leggy older foundation planting or evergreen hedge!

If you have the room, the Purple Haze looks stunning when planted in groups as a border or mass planting. Transform that hard-to-mow slope or eroding hillside into a Pollinator and Butterfly garden by planting these low-maintenance gems 3-4 feet apart on center.

Add these vivid low-growing specimens as front-of-the-border accents, or use these easy-to-grow accents as container and planter spillers and fillers! Dying back to their roots in colder climates, warm climates can enjoy these as Cottage Garden accents, Rock Garden water-wise specimens, and Mixed Shrub border woody shrubs! Either way, they're fast-growing focal points that reach full size each year!

  • Pure White Fragrant Flowers
  • Fast Growing & Airy Branching
  • Dark Green Aromatic Foliage
  • Nectar-Rich Pollinator-Friendly Blooms & Lovely Cut Flowers
  • Large Planters, Edging, Specimens & Mass Plantings

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Butterfly Bushes are low-maintenance shrubs that are perfect for new and busy gardeners alike! Plant in full sun throughout USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9. Plant your Lo & Behold® Purple Haze in full sun with well-drained soil. While Buddleia are low-water usage but do appreciate supplemental moisture during drought and the summer months to keep the flowers returning until frost. Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch to support your shrub's root system. Like most butterfly favorites, this deciduous plant is drought tolerant and not on any deer's menu of favorite snacks.

You won't have to deadhead this low-maintenance beauty, either. In cold climates, you will want to cut these plants back to the ground before spring because these plants act more like herbaceous perennials. However, when grown in warm growing zones, these woody shrubs only need an early spring trim will help ensure the best performance and best flowers.

  • Full Sun Shrub/Perennial
  • Well-Drained Soil
  • Moderate Moisture & Fertility
  • Deer & Salt Tolerant
  • Prune In Early Spring

Bring a burst of purple to your landscape with this variety. The Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush will dazzle you and your local hummingbirds, but they'll have to share with the flocks of butterflies that won't leave this charmer alone! Order from Nature Hills Nursery today!

Growing Zones 5-9

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Frequently Asked Questions

What planting zones is the Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush hardy in?
  • The Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. In colder zones, it dies back to the roots each winter but reliably returns in spring. Plant in full sun for best blooming performance.

How tall and wide does this butterfly bush get at maturity?
  • Lo & Behold® Purple Haze stays compact at 2-3 feet tall and spreads 4-5 feet wide at maturity. This dwarf butterfly bush works perfectly for smaller gardens or as groundcover in zones 5-9. Plant 3-4 feet apart for mass plantings, available at naturehills.com.

What type of soil does the Purple Haze Butterfly Bush prefer?
  • Purple Haze Butterfly Bush thrives in well-draining soil and tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor soils. This water-wise specimen performs best in full sun locations across zones 5-9. For optimal growth, avoid heavy clay or constantly wet conditions.

When does the Lo & Behold® Purple Haze bloom and for how long?
  • The Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush blooms from summer through fall with fragrant bluish-purple flowers. This extended blooming period makes it excellent for continuous pollinator support. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage more flowers throughout the season.

Does this variety need to be pruned and if so, when?
  • Purple Haze Butterfly Bush requires minimal pruning since it dies back to roots in zones 5-6 and stays compact at 2-3 feet tall. In warmer zones 7-9, trim lightly in late winter to maintain shape. For best selection of low-maintenance butterfly bushes, shop at Nature Hills.

Is the Lo & Behold® Purple Haze susceptible to any common diseases or pests?
  • Lo & Behold® Purple Haze is generally resistant to common butterfly bush diseases and pests. Its compact 2-3 foot height and good air circulation help prevent fungal issues. Watch for spider mites in hot, dry conditions and ensure proper spacing of 3-4 feet for optimal plant health.
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