Purple Butterfly Bush Cuttings - 7 Unrooted Buddleja Davidii Stems, 6 Inches

Buddleja davidii, commonly known as butterfly bush, is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub prized for its fragrant, cone-shaped flower clusters that attract butterflies and other pollinators. The purple variety adds a rich splash of color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife plantings. This listing offers 7 live unrooted cuttings, each approximately 6 inches long, ready for you to root and grow into a beautiful flowering shrub.

Butterfly bush is known for its vigorous growth and long bloom season, typically flowering from summer into fall. The nectar-rich blooms are a favorite of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly landscapes. With proper care, these cuttings can develop into robust plants that provide years of enjoyment.

Plant Features

• Fragrant purple flower spikes that attract pollinators
• Fast-growing shrub that can reach maturity quickly
• Long bloom season from summer to fall
• Deciduous foliage with gray-green leaves
• Ideal for butterfly gardens and mixed borders

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Buddleja davidii
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Mature Height: 6-12 feet
• Spacing: 4-6 feet apart

Planting & Care

To root your unrooted cuttings, prepare a well-draining rooting medium such as a mix of peat and perlite. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone if desired, then insert it into the medium about 2 inches deep. Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged, and provide bright, indirect light. High humidity helps; you can cover the cuttings with a plastic dome or bag to retain moisture. Roots typically form within a few weeks. Once rooted, gradually acclimate the young plants to outdoor conditions before transplanting into the garden.

Butterfly bush thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous growth and abundant blooms. Deadhead spent flowers to promote continued flowering.

What's Included

7 live unrooted cuttings of Buddleja davidii (purple butterfly bush), each approximately 6 inches long.