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0Buddleja davidii
- Common name
- Butterfly bush
- Taxonomy
- Family: Scrophulariaceae · Genus: Buddleja
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Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature-20 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Buddleja tip: Cut it back to 30–40 cm in early spring – it flowers on new wood.
Butterfly bush – what to know
Butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii) – family: Scrophulariaceae, genus: Buddleja. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. -20 °C. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Butterfly bush?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Butterfly bush need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Butterfly bush get?
Frost-hardy to about -20 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.
Is Butterfly bush toxic to cats and dogs?
There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.
When does Butterfly bush flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Buddleja: Typical flowering time: July, August, September, October.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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