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Buddleia Butterfly Candy™ Lil’ Grape™

Buddleia davidii ‘BotEx 001’ PP34515

Super compact, freely reblooming butterfly bush. Plant these easy-care shrubs for all of your favorite pollinators, and they will not be disappointed! Heat-loving, spring-to-fall blooming.

Sunset Zones

2-24

USDA Zones

-20°F to -10°F USDA zones 5–10

Buddleia Butterfly Candy™ Lil’ Grape™ Features

Plant Dimensions

2–3' H x 2–3' W

Landscape Use

Accent, Border, Container, Mass planting

Plant Type

Deciduous

Growth Rate

Moderate

Exposure

Full sun to part shade

Special Feature

Attracts Pollinators, Compact habit, Returns Year After Year

Feature

Fragrant purple flowers

Flowering Season

Spring to Summer

Buddleia Butterfly Candy™ Lil’ Grape™ Plant Care

Water Needs

Low Water Once Established/Water-wise

Fertilizer

Apply a balanced slow-release before spring growth

Pruning

Shape in early spring before first flush

Soil

Well-drained garden soil

Planting Instructions

1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.

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