A dwarf Buddleia with full sized lavender purple flowers. Improved hardiness and winter survival over other dwarf butterfly bush.A shrub in warmer climates, in colder areas often dies back severely, but regrows from the base and blooms on new wood. Attracts butterflies.2′ Botanical Name- Buddleia Pugster Amethyst Pronunciation- BUD-lee-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- PW1 Bloom Color- Amethyst Bloom Time- June – September Companion Plants- Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’ – cool color pairing, pollinator-friendly Fauna Attracted- Butterflies (swallowtails, monarchs, painted ladies), bees, hummingbirds (check invasiveness in some areas) Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP50A Yearly Care Instructions- Prune heavily in early spring to encourage new growth; water in dry weather and fertilize sparingly. Trimming Instructions- Cut back hard in late winter or early spring to promote new growth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring after pruning; moderate feeding need. Improve clay soil drainage around roots to prevent rot. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Spider mites, aphids, root rot
