Butterfly Bush Glass Slippers Buddleia 2.5 inch Pot Pale-Blue Flowers

Butterfly Bush Glass Slippers: A Garden Delight

The Butterfly Bush, also known as Buddleia, is a graceful addition to any garden. The “Glass Slippers” variety is a low-growing, wide-spreading shrub that boasts dense, well-branched foliage. Its most captivating feature is the abundance of pale-blue flower clusters that cover the plant from top to bottom. This Buddleia is exceptionally manageable, making it perfect for use in patio containers and smaller garden spaces. Its compact size doesn’t compromise its beauty or ability to attract pollinators. The Butterfly Bush is noted for its bushy habit, arching stems, showy, fragrant flowers, and vigorous growth. Spike-like flower clusters bloom from early summer to first frost, providing a long season of color and interest.

The mildly fragrant flowers are a magnet for butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, transforming your garden into a vibrant ecosystem. The graceful gray-green foliage provides an elegant backdrop for the stunning blooms. While the Butterfly Bush may be slow to emerge in late spring, its beauty is well worth the wait. Flowers form on the current year’s growth, ensuring a profusion of blooms throughout the season. Regular pruning is essential for maintaining its shape and encouraging abundant flowering. Each spring, cut back the plant to 12-18 inches to promote vigorous growth and numerous flowering canes.

Benefits of the Butterfly Bush Glass Slippers:

• Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, enhancing your garden’s biodiversity.
• Provides long-lasting color with blooms from early summer to first frost.
• Compact size makes it ideal for containers and small gardens.
• Fragrant flowers add a delightful aroma to your outdoor space.
• Easy to care for with regular pruning.

This is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, high-impact flowering shrub. Its adaptability to various soil types and climates makes it a versatile option for gardens across different regions. The Butterfly Bush provides a stunning display of color and fragrance, it also contributes to the health and vitality of your local ecosystem by providing essential resources for pollinators.

Immediate shipping in a 2.5″ pot. Dormant shipping in winter.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How big will this Butterfly Bush get? The Butterfly Bush ‘Glass Slippers’ typically reaches a mature height of 2-3 feet and a spread of 4-5 feet.
2. What kind of sunlight does it need? This Buddleia thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming.
3. When is the best time to prune my Butterfly Bush? Prune it back to 12-18 inches in early spring to encourage new growth and abundant flowering.
4. What USDA hardiness zones is the Butterfly Bush ‘Glass Slippers’ suitable for? This variety is hardy in USDA zones 5-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
5. How often should I water my Butterfly Bush? Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.