{"product_id":"purple-butterfly-bush-cuttings-7-unrooted-buddleja-davidii-stems-6-inches","title":"Purple Butterfly Bush Cuttings - 7 Unrooted Buddleja Davidii Stems, 6 Inches","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuddleja 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eButterfly 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant purple flower spikes that attract pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing shrub that can reach maturity quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous foliage with gray-green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for butterfly gardens and mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buddleja davidii\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eButterfly 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e7 live unrooted cuttings of Buddleja davidii (purple butterfly bush), each approximately 6 inches long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836017148214,"sku":"FOLIA2-1813","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6732741017_dfr1.jpg?v=1793097342","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/purple-butterfly-bush-cuttings-7-unrooted-buddleja-davidii-stems-6-inches","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}